Physical Therapist ( Per Diem)
Listed compensation
$60-$68/hr
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Sunland Post Acute - Sunland, CA, Position Type: Per Diem, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Physical Therapist (PT) Interface Rehab, Inc., a trusted leader in rehabilitation services since 1995, is seeking passionate and licensed Physical Therapists (PT) to join our team.
Whether you're looking for flexible per-diem shifts or a full-time schedule, we offer a variety of opportunities tailored to your availability.
Opportunities Full-time and Part-time and Flexible scheduling: Shifts available, up to 40 hours/week Opportunities across post-acute care, retirement communities, and outpatient clinics
What You'll Do
Provide exceptional physical therapy care to patients across various settings Assist in evaluating and implementing personalized treatment plans Collaborate with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize recovery Document patient progress and maintain accurate medical records Support patients in achieving rehabilitation goals and long-term wellness What You’ll Need Active or obtainable Physical Therapist license in the state of California Compensation & Benefits We offer a competitive hourly rate ($60.00 to $68.00) and one of the best benefits packages in the industry.
Some of our excellent benefits for full-time employees include: Paid Time Off (PTO) – 15 Days to start. Accrue up to 30 days of PTO! Every year an additional day of PTO is added up to a maximum accrual of 30 days of PTO. 6 Paid holidays and up to 3 days of bereavement pay each year.
A 401(K)-retirement program with a company match of 25% up to the first 4% of your deferral every payroll. Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Basic Life Insurance of $25,000 and additional Optional Life Insurance, and Pet Insurance available. Relocation Assistance. H1-B Immigration expertise.
Sign on Bonus for select opportunities! Why Interface Rehab? Join a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering high-quality therapy services throughout California. We offer a comprehensive continuum of care and a supportive environment where your skills and compassion make a lasting impact.
Ready to take the next step in your PT career? Join our team of dedicated, skilled professionals who are committed to supporting every stage of recovery. Please visit our career page to view all our opportunities. We look forward to discussing your personal and professional goals and interests.
We have Full-time, Part-time, Per Diem and select Travel opportunities throughout California Talent Acquisition department recruiting@interfacerehab.com Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities
Provide exceptional physical therapy care to patients across various clinical settings and implement personalized treatment plans. Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to document patient progress and achieve rehabilitation goals.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active or obtainable Physical Therapist license in the state of California. The role requires the ability to work in post-acute care, retirement communities, or outpatient clinic environments.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 34% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$116k (690 salary observations; 1,891 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (7,156 salary observations; 29,836 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)), so the posted ~$133k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $120k in an average-cost state. 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 ( Per Diem) at Interface Rehab a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,135 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
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