Physical Therapist - Outpatient
Listed compensation
$85k-$115k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Are you passionate about expanding access to transformative care, leading the way in innovative therapy practices, and pursuing clear, tangible pathways for professional growth and development? At PT Solutions, we’re hiring for a full-time Physical Therapist who is ready to elevate their career while making a real difference in the lives of patients and communities.
Why Join PT Solutions?
- Recognized as a USA Today Top Workplace five years in a row, including 2026!
- From orthopedic to sports medicine and pelvic health to neurologic rehab, you will gain exposure to a diverse caseload and services that fuel your professional passion.
What You’ll Receive
- A six-week onboarding program called Vitals+ that introduces clinical tools and resources while providing documentation tips and tricks.
- Access to mentorship programs.
In-house ABTPRFE-accredited residency style programs to support specialty development. Please check out our careers page here to learn more about our programs. Careers at PT Solutions | PT Solutions jobs
Free, in-house continuing education courses, access to a library of free research articles, and opportunities to publish your research.
Limber Health software to help improve in-clinic patient care with at-home support through digital technology, data analytics, home exercise programs, and more.
- Monthly incentive earnings tied to daily average patient caseload.
- Growth-minded culture with clearly defined pathways to leadership roles.
Benefits Designed for You
At PT Solutions, we offer a comprehensive, people-first benefits package that supports your growth, your well-being, and your life outside the clinic. We offer more than just the standard; we offer comprehensive medical (3 different plans), dental, vision, employer-paid life insurance, critical care and accident insurance, legal plans and employer-paid mental health support. In addition, we offer generous PTO and holiday pay.
- Financial Wellness & Professional Support
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Reimbursement for professional dues and license renewals
- Reimbursement for endurance race entry fees
What You’ll Do
Conduct comprehensive evaluations and treatments for patients with orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions, providing education tailored to individual needs within an interdisciplinary environment.
- Design personalized, evidence-based treatment plans.
- Efficiently manage patient documentation and workflow within the EMR system.
Qualifications
- Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited PT program
- Current or pending state licensure
- BLS certification
- Strong interpersonal skills and team-oriented mindset
- Ability to manage a full clinical caseload (10–12 patients/day)
- Compensation & Bonus Structure
- Base Salary: $85,000–$115,000/year (based on experience and market factors)
- Monthly Incentive Bonuses for exceeding daily visit thresholds
- Sign-On Bonus: Available in select locations!
A Top Workplace
At PT Solutions, we’re more than colleagues; we’re a tight-knit community united in our mission to expand access to quality care. Our commitment to you is evident in our industry-leading professional development opportunities.
From ongoing evidence-based clinical education to dedicated mentorship opportunities and an APTA-accredited Orthopedic Residency Program, we propel our clinicians toward excellence in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and athletic training.
PT Solutions has been named a 2026 USA Today Top Workplace for the fifth consecutive year, based entirely on employee feedback. We’ve also earned five Culture Excellence Awards for Innovation, Professional Development, Work-Life Flexibility, Appreciation, and Purpose & Values.
This recognition reflects a culture built around supporting our people. It’s not just what we do, but how we make people feel. Through human connection, intentional care, and being all in for one another, we create experiences that make a difference. Because together, we do great better.
Let’s go further together and transform care. Join the #PTSLife today! To see what #PTSLife is like, visit Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified candidates to apply!
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive evaluations and design personalized, evidence-based treatment plans for patients with orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions. Efficiently manage patient documentation and workflow within the EMR system while providing education tailored to individual needs.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (1,253 salary observations; 4,288 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,410 salary observations; 61,614 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 ~$100k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $90k 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 | 5.1 / 10 · above average in physical therapy | ranked against 21,695 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $85k–$115k | Physical Therapy median $121k (middle half $110k–$128k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| California vs national | $117k median in California | $94k nationally (+25%)1,253 state / 12,410 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$90k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in California | 1,721 active | 21,409 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 8% remote · 56% no call · 48% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | California Physical Therapist listings: 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,913 in the last 30 days | 4,135 the 30 days before (+91%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| PT Solutions | #8 of 10 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
Top Physical Therapist Jobs
38 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution
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Benefits & Perks
35 jobs · 18 employersShare of similar jobs offering each benefit
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Physical Therapist for Alameda/Contra Costa / Solano Counties
$80k-$160kHome Health Physical Therapist - Berkeley/Richmond
$150kWork-life snapshot
Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,695 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
Benefits & Perks
Living in Tehachapi
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $409k≈ 4.8× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $2,160/mo≈ 30% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 27 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.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.