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San Bruno, California

Physical Therapist - PRN

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Listed compensation

$55-$65/hr

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Job Description

  • Job Opening: Physical Therapist (PT) – In-House Program
  • Facility: San Bruno Skilled Nursing
  • Location: San Bruno, CA (Conveniently located off El Camino Real & Hwy 380)
  • Compensation: $55.00–$65.00 per hour (Commensurate with experience)

Role Overview

San Bruno Skilled Nursing is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Physical Therapist to join our premier in-house therapy department. We pride ourselves on creating a high-energy, supportive environment where resident outcomes are the top priority. Whether you are looking for a stable Part-Time hours, or PRN flexibility, we have a place for you on our team.

New Graduates Welcome! Start your career with confidence. We offer a fantastic environment for new clinicians to gain hands-on experience while being mentored by seasoned therapy professionals.

Why Choose San Bruno Skilled Nursing?

True In-House Therapy: Be a part of the facility’s core team. Our in-house program ensures better communication, stronger relationships with residents, and a focus on quality care over productivity quotas.

The Best of Both Worlds: Join a large, vibrant team that perfectly blends the fresh energy of new graduates with the deep expertise of long-tenured therapists.

Mentorship & Learning: Benefit from a friendly, collaborative atmosphere that prioritizes professional development and clinical excellence.

Prime Location: Our facility is easily accessible for commuters, located right off El Camino Real and the 380 freeway, surrounded by local amenities.

Flexible Scheduling: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer various scheduling options to fit your lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Assessment: Evaluate resident needs and develop personalized, evidence-based treatment plans to restore mobility and independence.

Patient-Centered Care: Provide high-quality physical therapy treatments in accordance with physician-approved plans.

Interdisciplinary Teamwork: Collaborate closely with nursing, speech, and occupational therapy teams to provide a holistic approach to rehabilitation.

Leadership: Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and contribute to the training of restorative staff.

Professional Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely clinical records, including evaluations and progress notes, ensuring compliance with state regulations.

  • Benefits (Full-Time Employees)
  • Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance.
  • Financial Future: 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) to recharge.
  • Recognition: Performance-based rewards and bonus opportunities.
  • Growth: Continuous training and clinical advancement pathways.

Qualifications

  • A current, valid Physical Therapist (PT) License in the state of California.
  • A passion for geriatric rehabilitation and a team-first mentality.

At San Bruno Skilled Nursing, we believe that a great resident experience starts with a great staff experience. If you are a passionate PT looking for a supportive, fun, and professional home, we want to hear from you!

Apply today to join our elite therapy team in San Bruno!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Key Skills

Treatment planningInterdisciplinary collaborationSupervision

Physical Therapist Career Context

In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$118k (1,189 salary observations; 4,756 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,162 salary observations; 66,743 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)), so the posted ~$125k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $113k in an average-cost state. 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
Listed pay$114k–$135kPhysical Therapy median $120k (middle half $98k–$135k)967 comparable listings, Nov 2026
California vs national$118k median in California$94k nationally (+25%)1,189 state / 12,162 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$113k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in California1,807 active22,149 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 44% no call · 54% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia physical therapist listings (all specialties): 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,996 in the last 30 days4,461 the 30 days before (+79%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.5% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Physical Therapist Jobs

47 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

28 jobs
4
<$130k
7
$130k-145k
10
$145k-160k
5
$160k-175k
2
$175k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

27 jobs
401k / retirement match
85% this job
CME allowance
37%
Sign-on bonus
19%
Relocation assistance
11%
Loan repayment
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$80-$120/hr
#2

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$80-$110/hr
#3

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#4

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$75-$80/hr
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Work-life snapshot

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

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,012 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Benefits & Perks

Healthcare
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Performance-based rewards
Bonus opportunities
Continuous training

Living in San Bruno

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.38M
Typical market rent
$3,346/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
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.

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