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Healthpro Heritage
Merced, California

Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

starting at $57 /hr

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Job Description

Physical Therapist (PT) – School-Based - Medical Therapy Unit (MTU)Merced, CA | Full-Time | $57/hour + | W-2

HealthPRO Pediatrics is hiring a Physical Therapist (PT) for a full-time school-based position! Join a supportive, multidisciplinary team focused on helping students succeed academically and functionally.

Job Highlights

  • School-Based Role – pediatric population
  • Full-Time
  • Competitive Pay – starting at $57/hr

Consistent Caseload + Supportive Team

Year-round benefits for Full-Time employees (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, free CEUs & more!)

Why Choose HealthPro Pediatrics?

Meaningful Impact: Play a pivotal role in the lives of children and their families by helping them overcome challenges and achieve milestones in speech, physical, occupational, or ABA therapy.

Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.

Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.

Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.

Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!

All kids, all in!

At HealthPro Pediatrics, a division of HealthPro Heritage, we say “Yes!” because every child deserves a yes. As a leader in pediatric therapy, we provide a purpose-driven environment where your skills and compassion truly make a meaningful difference for children and families.

At HealthPro Pediatrics, you’ll be part of a collaborative pediatric team with opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and leadership across our ABA, Outpatient Pediatrics, Early Intervention, and School-Based therapy services!

Responsibilities

Patient Assessment: Evaluate patients' physical conditions, including mobility, strength, and flexibility.

Treatment and Education: Provide therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and other treatments to enhance functionality and alleviate pain. Educate patients and families on exercises, posture, and body mechanics to aid recovery, prevent injuries, and offer guidance on home routines and lifestyle changes.

Documentation: Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.

Collaboration: Work with healthcare providers to ensure effective patient care and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as needed.

Qualifications

  • Education: Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
  • Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist, or license eligible

Skills

Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Proficient in developing and implementing effective treatment plans. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and assist patients as needed. Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks related to therapy.

HealthPro Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPro Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Treatment planningCommunication skillsPatient-centered care

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 58% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$116k (1,187 salary observations; 4,224 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (11,826 salary observations; 61,306 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$95k–$119kPhysical Therapy median $122k (middle half $104k–$133k)37 comparable listings, Oct 2026
California vs national$116k median in California$93k nationally (+25%)1,187 state / 11,826 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$96k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in California1,719 active21,800 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 58% no call · 54% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia Physical Therapist listings: 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

40 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

40 jobs · 21 employers
22
<$115k
7
$115k-130k
3
$130k-145k
5
$145k-160k
3
$160k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

37 jobs · 21 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
54%
CME allowance
51% this job
Loan repayment
22%
Relocation assistance
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Physical Therapist II, Santa Cruz

Sutter Health · Santa Cruz, California

$133k-$186k
#2

Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist II, Sunnyvale

Sutter Health · Sunnyvale, California

$133k-$186k
#3

Physical Therapist Case Manager, Level 2: Home Health

$125k-$160k
#4

Home Health Physical Therapist - Berkeley/Richmond

$150k
+ 38 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,800 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Healthpro Heritage

Hospitals and Health Care
Hunt Valley, MD
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
PTO
Free CEUs

Living in Merced

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$370k
Typical market rent
$2,041/mo
Residents’ average commute
29 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
98.3
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 · Merced, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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