Physical Therapist – Orthopedic & Pelvic Health (Paid Specialty Residency)
Listed compensation
$105k-$130k
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Job Description
- Physical Therapist – Outpatient Orthopedic & Pelvic Health (Paid Residency / Mentorship)
- Location: San Rafael, CA
- Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN
- Compensation: $105,000 – $130,000 / year (Full-Time) | $60.00 – $65.00 / hour (PRN)
About the Role
Are you an outpatient Physical Therapist (PT) burned out by corporate productivity metrics, 45-minute double bookings, and endless charting?
Pelvic Path is an established cash-based outpatient clinic in San Rafael, CA seeking a California-licensed Physical Therapist (PT) with a background in outpatient orthopedics who wants to develop or expand an advanced expertise in Pelvic Health.
We operate completely outside the high-volume insurance model. Here, you get 60-minute, 1-on-1 appointments for every single patient session, zero insurance quotas, and full clinical autonomy to deliver high-quality, root-cause care.
No prior pelvic health experience is required. We actively welcome orthopedic clinicians and passionate New Grad Physical Therapists (DPTs). We provide full financial coverage for specialized coursework (Herman & Wallace, APTA Pelvic Health), direct 1-on-1 mentorship, and a structured pathway to clinical mastery.
Why Join Our Practice?
100% 1-on-1 Patient Care: 60-minute evaluation and treatment sessions. Zero PT aides, no double-booking, and no rushed appointments.
Paid Specialty Residency & CEUs: 100% employer-funded external pelvic floor courses plus structured in-house clinical mentorship.
Streamlined Documentation: Cash-based practice model means minimal chart burden and zero time spent negotiating with insurance payors.
Work-Life Balance & Schedule Flexibility: Flexible block scheduling designed to protect your energy and personal life.
Modern Clinic Setting: Dedicated private treatment rooms in a tranquil, supportive clinic environment in Marin County.
Key Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive 60-minute evaluations for outpatient orthopedic and pelvic health patients across all genders.
- Design and execute individualized, evidence-based physical therapy plans of care.
- Complete paid, structured specialty training to integrate pelvic floor evaluation and treatment into your daily caseload.
- Provide compassionate patient education on biomechanics, movement, and functional wellness.
- Complete timely, concise clinical documentation in our streamlined EMR system.
Qualifications & Skills
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) preferred; Master's or Bachelor's in Physical Therapy accepted.
Licensure
Active (or license-eligible) Physical Therapist license in the state of California.
Experience
- Strong interest or background in outpatient orthopedics, manual therapy, or sports medicine.
- Specialization: High interest in gaining pelvic floor physical therapy specialization (prior experience appreciated, but not required).
- Skills: Excellent clinical reasoning, patient communication, and interpersonal skills.
Compensation & Benefits
- Full-Time Salary: $105,000 – $130,000 / year (commensurate with experience)
- PRN / Hourly Rate: $60.00 – $65.00 / hour
- Healthcare Benefits: Employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Paid Time Off: Generous PTO package + paid company holidays
- Continuing Education: Paid specialty certifications, course fees, and dedicated residency study time
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match
How to Apply
Elevate your clinical practice in a high-quality environment built for provider longevity. Apply today with your resume!
Requirements
Requires a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree and an active California physical therapy license. Candidates should have a strong interest in outpatient orthopedics and a willingness to pursue specialization in pelvic floor physical therapy.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Orthopedic Surgery — Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Orthopedic Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 56% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
Orthopedic Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$118k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $106k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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