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Murrieta, California

Physical Therapist Technician

Physical TherapistNo nightsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$16.90 /hr

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Job Description

At Confluent Health and our family of affiliated brands, our PT Technicians are an important part of the patient experience. You’ll work side by side with licensed physical therapists, help patients feel welcomed and supported, and play a key role in keeping the clinic running smoothly.

This is a fast-paced, hands-on role with direct patient interaction and plenty of opportunity to learn. Whether you’re looking to grow as a PT Technician or gain experience as you pursue a future in physical therapy or healthcare, you’ll be part of a team where your contribution matters.

Responsibilities

  • Greet patients and bring them to treatment areas, ensuring they have a staff member with them
  • Guide patients through exercise programs as directed by the treating therapist
  • Set up and take down modalities such as heat, ice, e-stim, Game Ready, and Normatec as directed by the therapist
  • Clean and sanitize treatment tables, equipment, and rooms between patients
  • Keep the clinic stocked and organized, including laundry and restocking supplies
  • Anticipate the needs of therapists and patients and assist where needed
  • Support the front desk and other members of the clinic team during downtime
  • Protect patient privacy and uphold HIPAA standards in every interaction

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

  • Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients of all ages, including those who may be experiencing pain or discomfort
  • Ability to follow direction from licensed therapists and carry out assigned patient support activities
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced clinic environment
  • Ability to work collaboratively with therapists, front office staff, and other members of the clinic team
  • Ability to take initiative and identify clinic, patient, and team needs within the scope of the role
  • Ability to remain on your feet throughout your shift and perform routine clinic activities including cleaning, laundry, restocking supplies, and moving equipment
  • Ability to maintain patient privacy and follow HIPAA and clinic standards
  • Reliable attendance and the ability to commit to a consistent work schedule; daytime availability is preferred

Preferred

Currently pursuing or have completed a degree in kinesiology, exercise science, health science, biology, or a related pre-PT field preferred

Previous experience in customer service, fitness, personal training, coaching, sports, or another patient- or customer-facing environment preferred

We provide training on clinic workflows, modalities, cleaning standards, and patient care support.

About

Compensation: $16.90 /hr

Schedule: Part-time

Confluent Health, LLC and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance or would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@goconfluent.com.

Key Skills

SanitizationEquipment SetupExercise Program GuidanceHIPAA ComplianceTime ManagementTeam CollaborationClinic OrganizationAttention To DetailInterpersonal Skills

Physical Therapist Career Context

In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$118k (1,220 salary observations; 4,366 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,288 salary observations; 64,780 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.1 / 10 · above average in physical therapy aide / techranked against 131 Physical Therapy Aide / Tech listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedPhysical Therapy median $129k (middle half $121k–$137k)32 comparable listings, Nov 2026
California vs national$118k median in California$94k nationally (+26%)1,220 state / 12,288 national salary observations
Cost of livingCalifornia index 110.7US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in California1,801 active22,065 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 44% no call · 54% no weekends48 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia physical therapist listings (all specialties): 20% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,998 in the last 30 days4,222 the 30 days before (+89%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (131 Physical Therapy Aide / Tech listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

46 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

22 jobs
3
<$110k
1
$119k
7
$125k-140k
6
$140k-155k
5
$155k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

32 jobs · 27 employers
401k / retirement match
91%
CME allowance
53%
Sign-on bonus
9%
Loan repayment
6%
Relocation assistance
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 5.1
Better work-life than 70% of Physical Therapy Aide / Tech listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 131 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Murrieta

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$603k
Typical market rent
$2,650/mo
Residents’ average commute
37 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.4
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.