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Long Beach, California

Physical Therapy PT - PT Non Exempt

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

from $100/hr

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Job Description

For over 20 years, Lorian Health has been a trusted leader in home health care, dedicated to enhancing patients’ quality of life and supporting their independence.

We offer a collaborative, compassionate work environment where every team member is valued and equipped to succeed. Join a team that prioritizes growth, open communication, and the tools you need to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Location: Southwest Long Beach

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist (PT) is a qualified professional who directs, supervises, evaluates, and provides physical therapy services to patients/clients in the home as prescribed by the attending physician.

Qualifications

Graduate of a physical therapy school approved by the Council of Medical Education of the AMA in Association or its equivalent.

  • Licensed or registered to practice as a PT in the state of practice.
  • Preferably at least two (2) years of experience as a PT.

Possesses and maintains good physical stamina and mental health. Presents a pre-employment physician’s health clearance, including negative TB skin tests and/or CXR and other tests as required by specific state statute.

  • Has the ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
  • Is self-directing and has the ability to work with little direct supervision.
  • Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
  • Is flexible and cooperative in fulfilling the role obligations.
  • Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene.

Is a licensed driver and has an automobile that is insured in accordance with Lorian Health (LORIAN) requirements.

Must be able to verbally communicate in the language of the client and document all client-related activity practices.

Responsibilities

  • Providing treatment as ordered by the attending physician, dentist, or podiatrist.
  • Assisting in developing and updating the plan of treatment or Plan of Care (POC).
  • Assisting the physician in evaluating level of function.

Observing, recording, and reporting information on the patient’s condition to the attending physician, case manager, and in the patient’s health record.

Advising, consulting, and when appropriate, instructing family and other LORIAN personnel in patient’s therapy program.

  • Teaching and supervising other healthcare personnel when appropriate.
  • Evaluating the home environment and making appropriate recommendations.
  • Participating in in-service education programs.

Completes, maintains, and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patients/clients condition and care given in accordance with LORIAN policies and procedures.

Why Join Us?

We are committed to our employees' well-being, offering a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, EAP, 401(K) with 4% match
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Mileage reimbursement or company vehicle (role dependent), plus fuel card
  • Employee referral program and opportunities for growth and advancement

This position is based on a Pay per visit compensation model.

Pay per visit ranges from $100 to $150 visit commensurate with experience and depending on type of visit.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient evaluationPlan of care developmentClinical documentationPatient assessmentRehabilitationTime managementInterdisciplinary collaboration

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% 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)), so the posted ~$33k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $29k 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 Therapy PT - PT Non Exempt at Lorian Health a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,017 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

34 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution34 jobs · 15 employers

6
<$100k
6
$100k
15
$105k-115k
7
$115k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks34 jobs · 15 employers

401k / retirement match
97% this job
Sign-on bonus
68%
CME allowance
68%
Loan repayment
32%
Relocation assistance
15%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Physical Therapist

Home Care Providers Group · Yuba City, California

Salary Range: $165000.00
#2

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

Home Care Providers Group · Yuba City, California

$150k-$160k
#3

Physical Therapist (Central Valley PACE - Modesto)

$139k-$150k
#4

Physical Therapist - Studio City

$90k-$140k
+ 32 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.9
Among the best 10% of Physical Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,017 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Long Beach

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$961k
Typical market rent
$2,422/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
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 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Lorian Health

Hospitals and Health Care
San Diego, California
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, EAP
401(K) with 4% match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Mileage reimbursement or company vehicle plus fuel card
Employee referral program
Opportunities for growth and advancement