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Oakland, California

Physical Therapist II, Outpatient Orthopedics

Physical TherapistIncludes weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$63.78-$89.28/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 53m ago · Verified live

Job Description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

ABSMC-Ashby Campus

Position Overview

Join Alta Bates Summit Medical Center's dedicated rehabilitation team and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives every day. As a Physical Therapist II, you will utilize advanced clinical expertise to independently evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans that help patients restore mobility, reduce pain, improve strength, maximize function, and achieve their highest level of independence following injury, illness, or disease.

In this autonomous role, you will collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, patients, families, and caregivers to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care. Through comprehensive assessments, evidence-based interventions, ongoing patient education, and effective communication, you will build trusted partnerships that support positive outcomes and enhance the overall patient experience.

The Physical Therapist II serves as a clinical resource within the department, providing mentorship and clinical supervision to physical therapist assistants and rehabilitation aides while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning. You will also serve as a clinical instructor for assigned students, helping to develop the next generation of rehabilitation professionals.

At Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, you'll be part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality rehabilitative services in a supportive environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced therapist seeking professional growth, clinical autonomy, and the ability to make a lasting difference in the lives of the patients and communities we serve.

Job Description

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development). Job Description modifications for union represented position are subject to CBA guidelines.

Education

Graduate of an Accredited Physical Therapy Program

OR graduate of an accredited physical therapy program that can be demonstrated with a valid PT license

Certification & Licensure

PT-Physical Therapist

OR Will also consider approved license applicant or resident training program employee.

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Department Required Certification & Licensure

Department: Home Health, DL-Valid Drivers License

Department: Home Health, AUTO-Automobile Insurance

Typical Experience

2 years of recent relevant experience.

Skills and Knowledge

Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.

Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.

Must be able to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements.

Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.

Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.

Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.

Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days of the Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

Rotating Weekends

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

  • Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
  • Pay Range is $63.78 to $89.28 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist II will independently evaluate and implement individualized treatment plans to restore patient mobility and function. They also serve as a clinical resource, providing mentorship to staff and clinical instruction to students.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited physical therapy program and hold a valid PT license or be an approved license applicant. A minimum of 2 years of recent relevant experience is required.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

OrthopedicsClinical evaluationTreatment planningComplex problem solving

Orthopedic Surgery — Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Orthopedic Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 50% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

Orthopedic Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$159k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $144k 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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Salary Distribution44 jobs · 26 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks42 jobs · 26 employers

401k / retirement match
93%
CME allowance
69%
Sign-on bonus
48%
Loan repayment
26%
Relocation assistance
10%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 5.1
Higher than about 4 in 10 of 422 Orthopedic Surgery (Physical Therapy) listings

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

  • No nights
  • Includes weekends

Living in Oakland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$853k
Typical market rent
$2,735/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
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.

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