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Physical Therapist PRN

Physical TherapistPer Diem

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$62-$72/hr

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Job Description

Now Hiring: Physical Therapist (PT)

Lead the Future of Rehabilitation at Vasona Creek Healthcare

Are you a Physical Therapist looking for a collaborative clinical environment with advanced rehabilitation technology, experienced clinicians, and a strong focus on patient outcomes?

Vasona Creek Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist (PT) to join our short-term rehabilitation team in the Los Gatos/South Bay area. Our newly renovated, state-of-the-art therapy space and specialized rehabilitation programs provide an excellent environment to help patients regain strength, mobility, independence, and confidence.

Position Details

  • Position: Physical Therapist (PT)
  • Location: Vasona Creek Healthcare – Los Gatos/South Bay Area
  • Pay Rate: $62.00–$72.00+ per hour, DOE
  • Opportunities: Full-Time, Part-Time & PRN

New Grads Welcome

  • Immigration Support/Sponsorship: Available for qualified candidates
  • Retention Bonus: Bonus opportunities available
  • Relocation Assistance: Relocation bonus options available
  • Additional Incentives: Rewards and performance-based bonus opportunities

Why Join Vasona Creek Healthcare?

State-of-the-Art Therapy Environment

Work in a brand-new, modern therapy space equipped with advanced rehabilitation tools designed to support high-quality clinical care and exceptional patient outcomes.

Advanced Rehabilitation Technology

  • Our therapy department provides access to a wide range of specialized equipment and modalities, including:
  • Speediance Gym Monster
  • Barihab XS Treatment Platform
  • Omnicycle for upper and lower extremity training
  • Recumbent bikes
  • Upper Body Ergometer
  • ACP Ultrasound
  • TENS and EMS
  • Chattanooga Hydrocollator
  • Nex Active Play System
  • Aquatic Pool Therapy

Technology That Supports Your Workflow

We provide individual laptops to help therapists complete documentation efficiently, allowing you to spend more time focused on patient care and clinical outcomes.

Experienced & Collaborative Team

Work alongside a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team of PTs, PTAs, OTs, and SLPs, supported by experienced clinicians with 10+ years of clinical experience. Our team values collaboration, clinical growth, mentorship, and mutual respect.

Your Role & Impact

As a Physical Therapist, you will play an essential role in helping patients achieve their highest level of function, independence, and quality of life.

Responsibilities Include

  • Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
  • Provide skilled therapy services to short-term rehabilitation and long-term care residents.
  • Treat patients recovering from joint replacements, cardiac events, strokes, and other medical conditions.
  • Utilize specialized rehabilitation programs, including Acute Neuro Rehabilitation and Pain Management.
  • Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate.
  • Collaborate with PTAs, OTs, SLPs, nursing, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
  • Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, exercises, mobility, and strategies for continued progress.
  • Promote safe mobility, functional independence, and successful discharge planning.
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
  • Advocate for patients and support their individual rehabilitation goals.
  • Full-Time Benefits & Incentives
  • Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Performance-Based Rewards & Bonus Opportunities
  • Retention Bonus Opportunities
  • Relocation Bonus Options
  • Immigration Support/Sponsorship for Qualified Candidates
  • Professional Growth & Development Opportunities

Qualifications

  • Current California Physical Therapist (PT) license required.
  • Previous experience in skilled nursing, post-acute, or rehabilitation settings preferred.
  • Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills.
  • Passion for rehabilitation and helping patients achieve meaningful functional outcomes.
  • Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team.

Make a Difference. Build Your Career.

At Vasona Creek Healthcare, you'll have the opportunity to work with advanced rehabilitation technology while being part of a supportive, experienced clinical team.

If you're ready to bring your expertise to a high-tech, high-touch rehabilitation environment where patient care comes first, we invite you to apply.

Apply today and join the Physical Therapy team at Vasona Creek Healthcare!

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

Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for patients. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide skilled therapy services and educate patients and families on recovery strategies.

Key Skills

Clinical evaluationTreatment planningInterdisciplinary collaborationMobility trainingEvidence-based practice

Physical Therapist Career Context

In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (1,160 salary observations; 4,433 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (11,670 salary observations; 64,203 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; 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 ~$139k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $126k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$129k–$150kPhysical Therapy median $114k (middle half $114k–$114k)21 comparable listings, Nov 2026
California vs national$117k median in California$94k nationally (+24%)1,160 state / 11,670 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$126k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in California1,776 active21,979 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 49% no call · 53% no weekends45 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusCalifornia physical therapist listings (all specialties): 20% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,887 in the last 30 days4,353 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.3% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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3
<$125k
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

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

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,875 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About PACS

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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Flexible Scheduling
Performance-Based Rewards & Bonus Opportunities
Retention Bonus Opportunities
Relocation Bonus Options
Immigration Support/Sponsorship for Qualified Candidates

Living in Los Gatos

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$2.13M
Typical market rent
$4,004/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
110.4
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 Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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