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La Mesa, California

Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

Step into the role of Physical Therapist at Community Care Center and help make a difference in a compassionate, five-star environment!

Why Choose Community Care Center?

Located in the heart of La Mesa, Community Care Center is a trusted 5-star rated facility dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. With 115 beds and a strong focus on rehabilitation, we offer personalized therapy programs that help patients regain their independence in a warm, supportive environment.

For healthcare professionals, we provide hands-on training, a collaborative team culture, and opportunities to grow your career while making a real difference in the lives of high-acuity patients. Join a facility where compassion and excellence go hand in hand.

About the Position

As a Physical Therapist, you will evaluate, diagnose, and develop individualized treatment plans for patients recovering from injuries, surgeries, or chronic conditions. Your expertise will be crucial in guiding patients on their journey to recovery and helping them regain their strength, mobility, and independence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients to assess their physical condition and functional limitations.
  • Develop and implement effective, evidence-based treatment plans that align with patients’ goals.
  • Utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques, modalities, and exercises to facilitate recovery.
  • Educate patients and their families about the rehabilitation process, treatment options, and home exercise programs.
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary, ensuring optimal outcomes.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes.
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide integrated and holistic care.
  • Stay current with industry trends, advancements in physical therapy, and best practices through continuing education.

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.
  • Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist.
  • Previous experience in a clinical setting is preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for patient-centered care.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.
  • Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards and patient confidentiality.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningClinical documentationPatient educationEvidence-based practiceCollaboration

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 42% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$116k (1,525 salary observations; 3,917 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,883 salary observations; 56,734 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)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

50 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution50 jobs · 35 employers

24
<$115k
5
$115k-130k
4
$130k-145k
13
$145k-160k
4
$160k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks46 jobs · 35 employers

401k / retirement match
87%
Sign-on bonus
57%
CME allowance
48% this job
Loan repayment
20%
Relocation assistance
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Travel Physical TherapistContract

Ironside Human Resources · Plevna, Montana

$80/hr
#2

Physical Therapist

People Well Staffing · Los Banos, California

$60-$80/hr
#3

Physical Therapist

Salary Range: $165000.00
#4

Physical Therapist (PT) Home Health | $150,000 Annual Salary (Redding)

$150k-$160k
+ 48 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 22,017 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in La Mesa

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$891k
Typical market rent
$2,645/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.9
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.

BEA 2024 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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