Home Health Physical Therapist-NEW GRADS WELCOME
Listed compensation
$80-$120/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Training & Development
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care in various settings, including hospitals, clinics, and outpatient facilities. This role requires expertise in assessing patient needs, developing treatment plans, and implementing therapeutic interventions to enhance recovery and improve quality of life.
Duties
- Conduct thorough evaluations of patients to determine their physical therapy needs.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments.
- Utilize various therapeutic techniques, including Trigger Point Therapy, to alleviate pain and promote healing.
- Provide education to patients and their families regarding treatment plans and home exercises.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Participate in discharge planning to ensure a smooth transition from therapy to home or other care settings.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient care and progress using appropriate medical terminology.
Qualifications
- Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
- Valid state license to practice as a Physical Therapist.
- Experience in acute care settings, outpatient clinics, or pediatrics is preferred but not required.
- Strong understanding of patient care systems and discharge planning processes.
- Proficient in medical terminology relevant to physical therapy practices.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport with patients.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients through dedicated physical therapy services. Your expertise can help individuals regain mobility and enhance their overall well-being.
Job Types: PRN, Contract, Per diem
Benefits
Flexible schedule
License/Certification:
Physical Therapy License (Required)
CPR Certification (Required)
Shift Availability
Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist will conduct thorough patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and recovery. They will also collaborate with healthcare teams and provide education to patients and families regarding home exercises and care.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 41 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 49% have no call, 56% require no weekends.
In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$116k (1,287 salary observations; 4,335 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,313 salary observations; 61,588 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.2 / 10 · above average in physical therapy | ranked against 21,827 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $166k–$250k | Physical Therapy median $166k (middle half $109k–$182k)14 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| California vs national | $116k median in California | $94k nationally (+24%)1,287 state / 12,313 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$188k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in California | 1,720 active | 21,758 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 49% no call · 56% no weekends41 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California Physical Therapist listings: 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Home Health Physical Therapist-NEW GRADS WELCOME at Transition Care Telemetry a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,827 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
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