Physical Therapist Jobs in California
Physical Therapist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand running from new graduates through senior clinicians across hospital systems, outpatient orthopedic clinics, home health, and pediatric and neurological rehabilitation. Los Angeles, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area anchor most of the hiring, where large systems like Dignity Health, Kaiser Permanente, and Cedars-Sinai maintain deep and ongoing physical therapist rosters. Sports rehabilitation, geriatric care, and neurological recovery are the specialties drawing the heaviest California demand right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Location: Kearny Mesa - 3939 Ruffin Road, Suite 103, San Diego, CA 92123 & Chula Vista - 2060 Otay Lakes Rd, Suite 110, Chula Vista, CA 91913
Select Physical Therapy in Kearny Mesa/Chula Vista is looking for a compassionate Physical Therapist who matches our team’s energy, dedication, and strong connection to the local community. We’ve recently expanded our practice and are excited to welcome a new clinician into our work family.
You’ll join a highly skilled team that includes orthopedic‑focused clinicians (OCS, COMT, and a Residency‑Trained Center Manager) as well as a concussion specialist. Our team values mentorship, collaboration, and clinician development. Across the greater San Diego market, we foster a supportive culture through regular skills practice sessions and market‑wide team‑building events.
NEW GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY!
1:1 mentorship is available for all new grads and hours can be flexible. Our work environment offers a great opportunity to provide skilled care to our patients and grow with the nation’s leader in outpatient physical therapy.
Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being (benefits for full-time status):
- Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
- Education for Growth: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
- Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
- Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
- Ease the Burden: Our student loan repayment program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
- Specialized Care: Explore different specialties like aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic health, concussion care, hand therapy, and more
- Advance your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives
- Complete and maintain all corporate and clinical services required training and maintain compliance with state/local/federal regulations
- Evaluate, treat, direct, and document treatment for patients
- Maintain open and respectful communication with colleagues, physicians, patients, family members and third-party payors
- Attend/participate in center meetings as directed by the center manager
- Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school
- Current State physical therapist license or eligibility for licensure in the State of practice
- CPR certification
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Location: Kearny Mesa - 3939 Ruffin Road, Suite 103, San Diego, CA 92123 & Chula Vista - 2060 Otay Lakes Rd, Suite 110, Chula Vista, CA 91913
Select Physical Therapy in Kearny Mesa/Chula Vista is looking for a compassionate Physical Therapist who matches our team’s energy, dedication, and strong connection to the local community. We’ve recently expanded our practice and are excited to welcome a new clinician into our work family.
You’ll join a highly skilled team that includes orthopedic‑focused clinicians (OCS, COMT, and a Residency‑Trained Center Manager) as well as a concussion specialist. Our team values mentorship, collaboration, and clinician development. Across the greater San Diego market, we foster a supportive culture through regular skills practice sessions and market‑wide team‑building events.
NEW GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY!
1:1 mentorship is available for all new grads and hours can be flexible. Our work environment offers a great opportunity to provide skilled care to our patients and grow with the nation’s leader in outpatient physical therapy.
Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being (benefits for full-time status):
- Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
- Education for Growth: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
- Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
- Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
- Ease the Burden: Our student loan repayment program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
- Specialized Care: Explore different specialties like aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic health, concussion care, hand therapy, and more
- Advance your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives
- Complete and maintain all corporate and clinical services required training and maintain compliance with state/local/federal regulations
- Evaluate, treat, direct, and document treatment for patients
- Maintain open and respectful communication with colleagues, physicians, patients, family members and third-party payors
- Attend/participate in center meetings as directed by the center manager
- Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school
- Current State physical therapist license or eligibility for licensure in the State of practice
- CPR certification
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
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Physical Therapist Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- HiredFirst144H
- Voyage Health20V
- Talented Medical Solutions17
- Pete Health11
- Collage Rehabilitation Partners11
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Technology & Software
- Education
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapist jobs across California.
- Active California Physical Therapist license issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California
- Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from a CAPTE-accredited program
- Current CPR and BLS certification from an approved provider
- One or more years of clinical experience in orthopedic, neurological, or acute care settings
- Specialty board certification such as OCS, NCS, or GCS preferred for senior positions
- Experience with electronic medical record systems used in California health systems
Physical Therapist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physical therapist in California?
You must earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from a CAPTE-accredited program, then pass the National Physical Therapy Examination administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy. After passing, you apply for licensure through the Physical Therapy Board of California, which requires submitting transcripts, examination scores, and a background check. California does not participate in the PT Compact, so out-of-state licensees must apply for a California license directly rather than transferring an existing license.
How much do physical therapists make in California?
Physical therapists in California earn a median of about $124,190 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $85,580 for the lowest 10% to over $163,960 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire physical therapists in California?
Employers hiring physical therapists in California right now include HiredFirst, Voyage Health, and Talented Medical Solutions, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's size means openings appear across major health systems, independent outpatient groups, home health agencies, and school districts, giving physical therapists a broader range of settings than most states offer.
Which California cities have the most physical therapist jobs?
San Jose, Los Angeles, and Oakland consistently post the most physical therapist openings in California. Los Angeles and San Diego drive volume through their large hospital networks, dense outpatient clinic markets, and major sports and rehabilitation centers, while the Bay Area adds demand from academic medical centers and technology-sector employee wellness programs that sustain steady hiring even in suburban corridors.
Are there remote physical therapist jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Physical therapy is a hands-on clinical profession, so most positions require in-person patient care. About 24% of physical therapist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles are concentrated in telehealth triage, virtual consultations, home exercise program design, and clinical education or program management rather than direct treatment.
How can I get hired as a physical therapist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate residency programs, which large California employers including Kaiser Permanente and Cedars-Sinai run in orthopedics, sports, and neurology. Home health agencies and skilled nursing facilities in California hire new graduates with licensure in hand more readily than competitive hospital systems do. Physical therapy aide and rehabilitation technician roles at California outpatient clinics are a common lateral entry point. Holding an active California Physical Therapy Board license and completing at least one California-based clinical rotation gives new applicants a meaningful edge over candidates who have not yet completed state requirements.
Where can I find and apply to physical therapist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to physical therapist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find the roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one.
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