Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$84K - $95K
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Are you a passionate licensed Physical Therapist seeking a fun, supportive, and dynamic outpatient setting? Huntington Beach Physical Therapy Specialists has a unique opportunity at our therapist-owned and led clinic, part of a prominent group of private practices. We’re excited to offer a full-time opportunity, at our Beach clinic an outpatient clinic in Huntington Beach, CA- a clinic known for its strong, collaborative team culture and passion for patient care.
Earn a competitive hourly rate, plus, participate in our uncapped Clinical Incentive Bonus Program, where you determine how much you earn. We also offer comprehensive, company-paid benefits with no paycheck deductions for medical, life, or disability insurance.
Experience what it’s like to be part of a team that truly cares for each other and lives its core values!
Why You'll Love Working with Us…
Team Culture
- Make team-oriented decisions, blending professionalism with laughter.
- Create a safe, warm, and friendly clinic atmosphere.
- Lead with or without titles, stretching ourselves for team needs.
- Problem-solve during difficulties and celebrate our wins together.
- Exceed patients' expectations with every interaction.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary
- Clinical Productivity Incentive Program
- 401k Plan Contribution
- Generous PTO Plan - 2 Weeks of PTO and 6 Paid Holidays
- Company Paid Comprehensive Health Coverage.
- Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance
- Malpractice Insurance
- Continuing Education Reimbursement
- Annual MedBridge Subscription
- Emerging Leader Program
- Mentorship Program
- Access to Industry Leading Doctors for In-Person Learning and Development Opportunities
- Cutting edge tools and resources to navigate your workload efficiently.
- What We're Looking For…
Skills and Knowledge
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong operations and leadership skills to develop team members.
- Superior organizational skills and ability to maximize efficiency.
- Advanced computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Proficiency in teaching and using EMR software.
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Education and Experience
- Graduate of a CAPTE-approved Physical Therapy Program.
- Open to both experienced candidates and recent graduates.
- Current state Physical Therapy license.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
- Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus but not required.
Work Environment
- Requires manual dexterity and general strength and endurance.
- Routine lifting (5-35 lbs), carrying (5-10 lbs), pushing (5-150 lbs), and sustained gripping (40-50 lbs).
- Guarding lift loads of 120-140 lbs.
If you're ready to join a team where you can thrive, inspire, and lead, we want to hear from you! This is a unique opportunity as our team members seldom leave, so don't miss your chance to be part of something special.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality patient care in a dynamic outpatient physical therapy setting. Collaborate with a team to exceed patient expectations and contribute to a supportive clinic culture.
Requirements
Must be a graduate of a CAPTE-approved Physical Therapy program with a current state license and BLS certification. Open to both recent graduates and experienced candidates.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$116k (1,300 salary observations; 4,522 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (13,008 salary observations; 66,534 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 ~$90k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $81k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 10% in physical therapy | ranked against 22,012 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $84k–$95k | Physical Therapy median $115k (middle half $110k–$155k)22 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| California vs national | $116k median in California | $94k nationally (+24%)1,300 state / 13,008 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$81k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in California | 1,797 active | 22,002 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 54% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | California 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 listings | 7,905 in the last 30 days | 4,365 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist at Doctors of Physical Therapy 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 22,012 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
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