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Physical Therapist (PT) – PRN

Physical TherapistIncludes weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$68-$72/hr

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Job Description

Physical Therapist (PT) – PRN Weekend Opportunity

Central Gardens Post Acute | San Francisco, CA – Fillmore District

Pay: $68–$72/hour

Join Our In-House Therapy Team

Central Gardens Post Acute is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our in-house rehabilitation team for a consistent PRN weekend opportunity.

This position is ideal for an experienced clinician or a therapist looking for a flexible weekend schedule while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

  • PRN Weekend Opportunity
  • Weekend coverage: Saturday or Sunday — flexible based on your availability
  • Hours: 5–8 hours per weekend on a consistent basis
  • Pay: $68–$72/hour
  • Additional hours: Opportunity to pick up additional hours if desired

Perfect for someone looking for a consistent PRN weekend schedule with flexibility and competitive pay.

Qualifications

  • Current California Physical Therapist (PT) License in good standing required
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Compassionate, resident-centered approach
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team
  • New graduates are encouraged to apply!

What We Offer

  • $68–$72/hour
  • Consistent PRN weekend schedule
  • Saturday or Sunday — flexible based on your availability
  • 5–8 hours per weekend
  • Opportunity to pick up additional hours
  • In-house therapy program
  • Supportive leadership and mentorship
  • Beautiful therapy gym and outdoor treatment space
  • Collaborative interdisciplinary team
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives

Make an Impact. Build Your Career.

Join Central Gardens Post Acute and become part of a team that values clinical excellence, teamwork, flexibility, and compassionate care.

If you're a Physical Therapist looking for a consistent PRN weekend opportunity with competitive pay and scheduling flexibility, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help our residents regain independence while growing your career with us!

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

Provide physical therapy services to residents at a post-acute care facility during weekend shifts. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support resident rehabilitation and independence.

Key Skills

Resident-centered careInterdisciplinary collaboration

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 42% have no call, 46% require no weekends.

In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (1,505 salary observations; 3,866 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,723 salary observations; 56,085 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 ~$146k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $132k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top contract/1099 Physical Therapist Jobs

49 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution32 jobs

8
<$135k
5
$135k-150k
8
$150k-165k
8
$165k-180k
3
$180k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks29 jobs

401k / retirement match
83%
CME allowance
41%
Sign-on bonus
38%
Relocation assistance
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Physical TherapistPer Diem

Transition Care Telemetry · San Juan Capistrano, California

$80-$110/hr
#2

Home Care Physical Therapist- Independent Contractor (Union County)Contract

US Physical Therapy · Union County, New Jersey

$74-$95/hr
#3

Home Care Physical Therapist- Per Diem (Ocean County)

$72-$95/hr
#4

Physical Therapist - Transitional Care Center (Saturdays Only)

$51.76-$80.34/hr
+ 47 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,935 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in San Francisco

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.74M
Typical market rent
$4,682/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.

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Benefits & Perks

Flexible weekend schedule
In-house therapy program
Supportive leadership and mentorship
Professional growth opportunities