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Outpatient Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$58-$70/hr

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Job Description

Now Hiring: Outpatient Physical Therapist (PT)

Lead Our Growing Outpatient Program at Pacific Coast Post-Acute

Are you a Physical Therapist who thrives in an orthopedic or neurological outpatient setting? Pacific Coast Post-Acute in Salinas is expanding its clinical reach, and we are seeking a visionary Outpatient Physical Therapist to lead our growing community-based program. This is a unique opportunity to provide high-level, one-on-one rehabilitation within a premier post-acute center that functions as a true hub of clinical excellence.

The Opportunity

  • Position: Outpatient Physical Therapist (PT)
  • Location: Salinas, CA (Serving the beautiful Monterey County community)
  • Compensation: $58.00–$70.00+ per hour (DOE)
  • Incentives: Quarterly Performance-Based Bonuses
  • Support: H1B Sponsorship Available | Tuition Reimbursement
  • Availability: Full-Time (New Graduates with strong outpatient rotations are welcome!)

Why Lead Our Outpatient Program?

Premier Teaching Facility: Shape a developing outpatient program while benefiting from the massive resources of a world-class rehabilitation center.

Clinical Autonomy: Enjoy the freedom to develop individualized treatment protocols in a supportive environment that prioritizes patient outcomes over high-volume quotas.

State-of-the-Art Equipment: Utilize one of the largest rehab gyms in the region, featuring advanced therapeutic modalities and a specialized ADL suite for real-world results.

Continuum of Care: Bridge the gap for recently discharged residents and community members, helping them transition from facility care to full functional independence.

Coastal Lifestyle: Work just 30 minutes from Monterey Bay, offering an incredible quality of life in a scenic, diverse coastal region.

Your Impact & Responsibilities

Outpatient Evaluations: Perform comprehensive assessments for community-based patients, identifying biomechanical deficits and functional limitations.

Evidence-Based Treatment: Design and implement specialized care plans incorporating manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and neurological rehabilitation.

Program Growth: Collaborate with the Director of Rehab to enhance the program’s community presence and referral network.

Expert Documentation: Maintain precise, compliant documentation for outpatient billing and long-term progress tracking.

Benefits (Full-Time Employees)

  • Comprehensive Health: Full Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
  • Financial Future: 401(k) retirement plan and highly competitive hourly rates.
  • Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and a management team that supports your personal goals.
  • Professional Growth: Access to continuous clinical training, rewards, and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

Licensure: Current, valid California Physical Therapist (PT) license.

Experience

  • Previous experience in an outpatient orthopedic or sports medicine setting is preferred.
  • Mindset: A passion for program development and a desire to be a clinical leader in the Salinas community.
  • Global Talent: We actively provide H1B Sponsorship and welcome international clinicians to our diverse team.
  • Ready to lead a program that redefines outpatient recovery?

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 Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive outpatient evaluations and design evidence-based treatment plans for community-based patients. Collaborate with the Director of Rehab to grow the program's community presence and maintain precise clinical documentation.

Key Skills

Physical therapyOrthopedic rehabilitationPatient assessmentFunctional independence training

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 52% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$116k (1,518 salary observations; 3,892 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,787 salary observations; 56,350 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)), so the posted ~$133k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $120k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

36 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution36 jobs · 17 employers

21
<$110k
9
$110k-125k
2
$125k-140k
3
$140k-155k
1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks35 jobs · 17 employers

401k / retirement match
97% this job
CME allowance
71%
Sign-on bonus
66%
Loan repayment
31%
Relocation assistance
17%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Home Care Providers Group · Yuba City, California

$150k-$160k
#2

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Golden Valley Health Centers · Stockton, California

$139k-$150k
#3

Physical Therapist - Studio City

$90k-$140k
#4

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$90k-$140k
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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 22,005 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Santa Monica

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$2.16M
Typical market rent
$3,438/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 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

Quarterly Performance-Based Bonuses
H1B Sponsorship Available
Tuition Reimbursement
Full Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Continuous clinical training
Performance bonuses