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Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$47-$53/hr

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Job Description

Join Jacob Healthcare Center as a Physical Therapist and make a meaningful impact in a supportive, five-star environment!

Why Choose Jacob Healthcare Center?

Jacob Healthcare Center, located at 4075 54th Street, San Diego, CA, is a leading provider of patient-centered medical services with 156 beds. We focus on compassionate care, empowering patients to achieve their health goals in a supportive environment.

Our dedicated team offers a wide range of services, including primary care, specialty services, preventive care, and mental health support. We are proud to have a 5-star Customer Satisfaction Management (CSM) rating, reflecting our commitment to excellence.

At Jacob, we offer a supportive and rewarding work environment. Our five-star rating reflects our commitment to excellence, and we provide a dynamic setting where you can thrive. We prioritize training, especially for new graduates, with our hands-on staff personally guiding you. Here, you'll have the opportunity to care for high-acuity patients and receive regular updates and support from your supervisors.

About the Role

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.

Benefits

  • Paid sick leave
  • PTO
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401(k)
  • Healthcare insurance
  • Life insurance

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
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient EvaluationTreatment PlanningEvidence-Based PracticeTherapeutic ModalitiesPatient EducationProgress MonitoringClinical DocumentationInterdisciplinary CollaborationEthical Practice

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 54% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (1,078 salary observations; 4,063 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (10,783 salary observations; 58,901 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$98k–$110kPhysical Therapy median $119k (middle half $110k–$138k)28 comparable listings, Oct 2026
California vs national$117k median in California$94k nationally (+25%)1,078 state / 10,783 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$94k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in California1,722 active21,915 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 54% no call · 58% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia Physical Therapist listings: 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,783 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

39 jobs · 19 employers
23
<$115k
7
$115k-130k
2
$130k-145k
3
$150k
4
$160k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

37 jobs · 19 employers
401k / retirement match
89% this job
CME allowance
59% this job
Sign-on bonus
49%
Loan repayment
19%
Relocation assistance
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Physical Therapist II, Santa Cruz

Sutter Health · Santa Cruz, California

$133k-$186k
#2

Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist II, Sunnyvale

Sutter Health · Sunnyvale, California

$133k-$186k
#3

Physical Therapist (PT) - Home Health

$50k-$170k
#4

Physical Therapist Case Manager, Level 2: Home Health

$125k-$160k
+ 37 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 22,001 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site

Benefits & Perks

Paid sick leave
PTO
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Healthcare insurance
Life insurance

Living in San Diego

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.00M
Typical market rent
$3,004/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 (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 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.