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American Homecare
Los Angeles, California

Physical Therapist - Per Diem - Home Health

Physical TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$58.00–$63.00 /hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Are You Ready to Lead in Healthcare? We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our outstanding healthcare team!

Salary Range: $58.00-$63.00 per hour

Area of coverage: Multiple areas in LA County

We are passionate about providing high-quality care and fostering a compassionate, family-oriented environment. We believe in building a positive and collaborative culture that prioritizes trust, communication, and person-centered care.

What Makes Us Special?

  • UKG Wallet: Access earned wages before payday.
  • Competitive Wages: We offer a great salary package.
  • Great Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employee.
  • Growth Opportunities: We support your professional development.
  • Continuing Education & Training: Stay current with industry standards.

Are you ready to contribute to a team, committed to excellent customer service and dedicated to each individual’s unique talent?

If yes, here’s how you will contribute to the team:

As the Physical Therapist (PT), you will assess, plan, and provide physical therapy services to our patients in their home in accordance with established treatment plans and goals. Your role will focus on promoting mobility, strength, and overall functional independence, enhancing the quality of life for patients, and ensuring they receive the highest level of care.

Your Key Responsibilities Include

  • Conducting comprehensive assessments of patients' physical abilities and limitations.
  • Developing and implementing personalized physical therapy treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team.
  • Providing direct therapy interventions, including exercises and manual therapy techniques, to improve physical function, strength, and mobility.
  • Educating patients and their families about the therapy process, including exercises, mobility techniques, and self-care strategies.
  • Monitoring and documenting patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
  • Ensuring compliance with all state and federal regulations governing physical therapy services.
  • Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to integrate physical therapy into the overall care plan.
  • Providing training and guidance to physical therapist assistants (PTAs) and other staff as necessary.
  • Advocating for the needs and well-being of patient, promoting a person-centered approach to care.

Must Have

  • 1-3 years of experience as a Physical Therapist. Home Health experience preferred.
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.
  • Current and unencumbered Physical Therapist license in the state.
  • Knowledge of physical therapy principles, practices, and techniques.
  • Experience with long-term care environments and familiarity with relevant regulations.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and staff.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in acute care and working in a home environment.
  • Experience working with elderly or disabled patients.
  • Familiarity with Medicare and Medicaid therapy regulations.
  • Advanced certifications in specialty areas (e. g., geriatrics, neurology).

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay Transparency Statement

Compensation for roles varies depending on factors such as location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by state or local law, we provide a reasonable pay scale, including the hourly or salary range we reasonably expect to pay for this role.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist will assess, plan, and deliver physical therapy services to home-bound patients, focusing on improving mobility, strength, and functional independence to enhance their quality of life. Key duties involve conducting comprehensive assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, providing direct therapy interventions, and educating patients and families.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree and hold a current, unencumbered Physical Therapist license in the state, along with 1-3 years of experience as a Physical Therapist. Home Health experience is preferred, and strong skills in communication and knowledge of physical therapy principles are essential.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentTreatment PlanningPatient EducationDocumentationRegulatory ComplianceInterdisciplinary CollaborationStaff Training

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 44% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$116k (1,525 salary observations; 3,912 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,879 salary observations; 56,729 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; 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).

American Homecare holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 83/100, 5 active listings.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist - Per Diem - Home Health at American Homecare a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,017 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top contract/1099 Physical Therapist Jobs

49 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution33 jobs

7
<$115k
4
$115k-130k
3
$130k-145k
17
$145k-160k
2
$166k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks33 jobs

401k / retirement match
79%
Sign-on bonus
42%
CME allowance
33% this job
Relocation assistance
12%
Loan repayment
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Physical TherapistPer Diem

Transition Care Telemetry · San Juan Capistrano, California

$80-$110/hr
#2

Home Care Physical Therapist- Independent Contractor (Union County)Contract

US Physical Therapy · Union County, New Jersey

$74-$95/hr
#3

Home Care Physical Therapist- Per Diem (Ocean County)

$72-$95/hr
#4

Physical Therapist Acute Care

$63.78-$89.28/hr
+ 47 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.2
Among the best 10% of Physical Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,017 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Los Angeles

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$923k
Typical market rent
$2,778/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
UKG Wallet for early wage access
Continuing education and training