Physical Therapist Assistant - 2,500 Sign-on Bonus
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Job Description
Are you a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant looking to join a fun, supportive, and dynamic outpatient clinic? Ready to elevate your career in a therapist-owned and operated practice? ProActive Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine is offering an exciting full-time opportunity at our Mission Valley and National City clinics.
Earn an hourly rate up to $36.00 (depending on your experience) and take part in our uncapped Clinical Incentive Bonus Program, where your earning potential is in your hands. We also offer company-paid benefits, so you won't see any deductions from your check for your medical, life and disability insurance. And we have a generous PTO policy that allows you to enjoy more of life’s important moments.
Join a team that values collaboration, growth, and mutual support!
Why You'll Love Working with Us…
Team Culture
- Make team-oriented decisions, blending professionalism with laughter.
- Create a safe, warm, and friendly clinic atmosphere.
- Lead with or without titles, stretching ourselves for team needs.
- Problem-solve during difficulties and celebrate our wins together.
- Exceed patients' expectations with every interaction.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary
- Clinical Productivity Incentive Program
- Annual Bonus Opportunity
- 401k Plan Contribution
- Generous PTO Plan - 3 Weeks of PTO, 40 Hours of Sick Time and 7 Paid Holidays
- Company Paid Comprehensive Health Coverage.
- Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance
- Malpractice Insurance
- Continuing Education Reimbursement
- Annual MedBridge Subscription
- Empower Emerging Leader Program
- Empower Mentorship Program
- Access to Industry Leading Doctors for In-Person Learning and Development Opportunities
- Cutting edge tools and resources to navigate your workload efficiently.
- What We're Looking For…
Skills and Knowledge
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong operations and leadership skills to develop team members.
- Superior organizational skills and ability to maximize efficiency.
- Advanced computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Proficiency in teaching and using EMR software.
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Spanish speaking is preferred but not required.
Education and Experience
- Graduate of a CAPTE-approved Physical Therapy Program.
- Current state Physical Therapist license.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
- New grads welcome!
Work Environment
- Requires manual dexterity and general strength and endurance.
- Routine lifting (5-35 lbs), carrying (5-10 lbs), pushing (5-150 lbs), and sustained gripping (40-50 lbs).
- Guarding lift loads of 120-140 lbs.
If you're ready to join a team where you can thrive, inspire, and lead, we want to hear from you! This is a unique opportunity as our team members seldom leave, so don't miss your chance to be part of something special.
Key Responsibilities
Provide physical therapy services in an outpatient clinic setting to exceed patient expectations. Collaborate with a team to maintain a supportive clinic atmosphere and participate in leadership and professional development programs.
Requirements
Must be a graduate of a CAPTE-approved Physical Therapy Program with a current state license and BLS certification. Physical ability to perform manual therapy, including lifting and guarding loads up to 140 lbs, is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$116k (1,541 salary observations; 3,959 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,017 salary observations; 57,369 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).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant - 2,500 Sign-on Bonus at Doctors of Physical Therapy a 7.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.
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