PT Jobs in California

PT jobs in California are in strong demand, with openings concentrated in hospital systems, outpatient orthopedic and sports rehabilitation clinics, skilled nursing facilities, and school-based settings at every level from new graduate to senior clinician. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area, where major employers like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Sutter Health maintain large therapy staffs. The most consistent openings are in orthopedics, neurological rehabilitation, and pediatric PT. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles157+
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring39
Work type89% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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HealthPRO Heritage
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
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Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
HealthPRO Heritage
Cupertino, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$55 - $58/hr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
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Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
HealthPRO Heritage
Carlsbad, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$40 - $44/hr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Sharp HealthCare
Acute/SNF PTA
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Acute/SNF PTA
Sharp HealthCare
Chula Vista, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$34 - $49/hr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Sharp HealthCare
PT Spec I
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Sharp HealthCare
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PT Spec I
Sharp HealthCare
Santee, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$46 - $66/hr
On-Site
Other
10,000+

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VITAS Healthcare
PT Care Secretary
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PT Care Secretary
VITAS Healthcare
Bakersfield, California
Administrative & Office Support
Healthcare Administration
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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PT Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
40 jobs
Los Angeles
15 jobs
Oakland
13 jobs
San Jose
12 jobs
Marysville
9 jobs
San Diego
9 jobs
Chula Vista
7 jobs
Sacramento
6 jobs
Cupertino
4 jobs

PT Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
    Turner & Townsend Pty Limited80
  • PTAG
    PTAG15
  • Center For Autism and Related Disorders
    Center For Autism and Related Disorders9
  • PT Solutions Physical Therapy
    PT Solutions Physical Therapy9
  • Sharp HealthCare
    Sharp HealthCare8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services91
  • Healthcare & Medical Services26
  • Retail7
  • Electronics & Hardware5
  • Agriculture & Farming4

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in PT jobs across California.

  • Active California Physical Therapist license issued by the California Physical Therapy Board
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from a CAPTE-accredited program
  • Current BLS or CPR certification from an accredited provider
  • One or more years of clinical experience in the relevant specialty area
  • Strong documentation skills and familiarity with electronic health record systems
  • Ability to meet California-mandated patient-to-therapist staffing and supervision standards

PT Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a pt in California?

You must earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy from a CAPTE-accredited program and then apply for licensure through the California Physical Therapy Board, which requires passing both the National Physical Therapy Examination and the California Law Exam. After submitting your application and required documentation, the board reviews your credentials before issuing your license. California does not participate in the PT compact, so out-of-state licensees must apply for a California license directly.

How much do PTs make in California?

PTs in California earn a median of about $38,330 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $34,690 for the lowest 10% to over $60,200 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire pts in California?

Employers hiring pts in California right now include Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, PTAG, and Center For Autism and Related Disorders, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's large integrated health systems and independent outpatient rehabilitation groups together generate most of the consistent volume across the state.

Which California cities have the most pt jobs?

San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Oakland have the most pt openings in California right now. Los Angeles drives the largest share thanks to its dense concentration of hospital systems, sports medicine clinics, and rehabilitation networks, while San Diego and the Bay Area add substantial volume through academic medical centers, orthopedic groups, and a growing senior-care sector in surrounding suburban communities.

Are there remote pt jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. About 11% of pt openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most physical therapy practice. The remote and hybrid roles that do exist are concentrated in telehealth initial evaluations, home exercise program consultations, and administrative or case-management positions within larger California health systems.

How can I get hired as a pt in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate residency programs, which large California systems like Kaiser Permanente and Scripps Health run in orthopedics and sports PT, and which provide structured mentorship while you build clinical hours. Applying for per-diem or part-time positions at skilled nursing facilities is another concrete route, since those settings tend to be more open to new graduates than hospital outpatient clinics. Completing your California licensure as early as possible and holding a current BLS certification will give your application an immediate edge.

Where can I find and apply to pt jobs in California?

You can find and apply to pt jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your specialty and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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