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Salinas, California

Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$60-$72/hr

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Job Description

Now Hiring: Physical Therapist (PT)

Clinical Leadership at Salinas Valley Post-Acute

Are you a Physical Therapist who thrives in a high-impact, resident-centered clinical environment? Salinas Valley Post-Acute in Salinas is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our premier rehabilitation team. Whether you are looking for a stable Full-Time career, a flexible Part-Time track, or the freedom of PRN, we offer a supportive environment focused on exceptional recovery outcomes.

The Opportunity

  • Position: Physical Therapist (PT)
  • Location: Salinas, CA (30 minutes from Monterey Bay)
  • Compensation: $60.00–$72.00+ per hour (DOE)
  • Incentives: Quarterly Performance-Based Bonuses
  • Support: Sponsorship Available | Tuition Reimbursement
  • Availability: Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN (New Graduates Welcome!)

Why Choose Salinas Valley Post-Acute?

Industry-Leading Pay: Start at a highly competitive $60-$72 based on your clinical experience.

Global Talent Support: We are a "Sponsorship-Friendly" facility, actively welcoming international clinicians and providing dedicated H1B/Permanent Residency sponsorship.

Financial & Professional Growth: In addition to top-tier hourly rates, we offer Quarterly Performance Bonuses and Tuition Reimbursement to help you reach your personal and professional goals.

Collaborative Excellence: Work alongside a world-class interdisciplinary team of OTs, SLPs, and Nursing professionals in a facility that prioritizes clinical integrity.

Coastal Lifestyle: Enjoy a rewarding career just minutes from the scenic California coast in a vibrant, diverse community.

Your Impact & Responsibilities

Comprehensive Evaluations: Perform high-quality physical therapy evaluations, developing personalized treatment plans for post-acute and long-term care residents.

Skilled Interventions: Implement evidence-based treatments to improve resident mobility, balance, strength, and overall functional independence.

IDT Collaboration: Partner closely with nursing, therapy, and medical providers to ensure a holistic approach to resident recovery.

Expert Documentation: Maintain precise and timely documentation in accordance with California state and federal regulatory requirements.

Patient Advocacy: Educate residents and their families on individualized therapy programs, safety protocols, and long-term functional goals.

Clinical Leadership: Foster a positive, team-oriented therapy environment focused on achieving the highest possible outcomes for our residents.

Benefits (Full-Time Employees)

  • Healthcare: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • Time to Recharge: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.
  • Financial Future: Retirement plan options and employee wellness resources.
  • Support: A management team that values your voice and supports your clinical decisions.

Qualifications

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

Skills

  • Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and a passion for serving the geriatric and post-acute populations.
  • Experience: Previous SNF experience is a plus, but New Graduates are encouraged to apply!
  • Ready to lead a team that redefines post-acute recovery?
  • Apply today to join the Physical Therapy team at Salinas Valley Post-Acute!

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 high-quality physical therapy evaluations and develop personalized treatment plans to improve resident mobility and functional independence. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of nursing and therapy professionals to ensure holistic recovery outcomes.

Key Skills

Clinical evaluationTreatment planningGeriatric carePost-acute careInterdisciplinary collaborationClinical documentationMobility trainingBalance trainingStrength training

Physical Therapist Career Context

In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$116k (1,238 salary observations; 4,496 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,442 salary observations; 64,443 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 ~$137k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $124k 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$125k–$150kPhysical Therapy median $115k (middle half $83k–$132k)32 comparable listings, Nov 2026
California vs national$116k median in California$94k nationally (+24%)1,238 state / 12,442 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$124k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in California1,720 active21,360 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 10% remote · 44% no call · 54% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusCalifornia Physical Therapist listings: 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 10% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,754 in the last 30 days4,474 the 30 days before (+73%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.6% 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 Physical Therapist Jobs

32 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

32 jobs · 19 employers
9
<$110k
9
$110k-130k
5
$130k-150k
6
$150k-170k
3
$186k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

27 jobs · 19 employers
401k / retirement match
96% this job
CME allowance
63%
Sign-on bonus
48% this job
Loan repayment
15%
Relocation assistance
15%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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Sutter Health · Dublin, California

$133k-$186k
#2

Physical Therapist II, Santa Cruz, Limited Term

Sutter Health · Santa Cruz, California

$133k-$186k
#3

Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist II, Sunnyvale

$133k-$186k
#4

Physical Therapist

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+ 30 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 21,256 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About PACS

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Benefits & Perks

Quarterly performance-based bonuses
H1B/Permanent Residency sponsorship
Tuition reimbursement
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (full-time)
Generous PTO and holiday pay
Retirement plan options
Employee wellness resources

Living in Salinas

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$732k
Typical market rent
$2,530/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
109.0
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 · Salinas, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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