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Physical Therapist jobs in San Diego, CA
Physical therapists evaluate movement and pain, then design exercise and manual therapy programs that help patients recover function after injury, surgery, or illness.
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$41–$68/hr
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Athletic Trainer (BOC Certified) — Join Our Core Coverage Team Secondary School Settings Active Sub Coverage Needs ⏰ Mon–Fri Afternoons/Evenings | No Mornings, Holidays, or School Breaks $40/hour (W-2 Hourly Employment)…
We are looking for a Laptop Refresh Specialist to support a large-scale device deployment initiative for an insurance organization in San Diego, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a desktop support…
position is for an Independent Contractor to serve the San Diego Area FeldCare Connects is currently seeking a self-motivated Physical Therapist to deliver premier excellence of care and is enthusiastic about working wit…
Location: San Diego, California, United StatesCompany: San Ysidro Health CenterPosted: 2026-09-25San Ysidro Health is seeking a PACE Medical Coder to review clinical documentation and verify ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS code…
$1,080 per week
Overview We are seeking a skilled, compassionate, and dependable Physical Therapist (PT) to provide high-quality physical therapy services to patients in their homes throughout the San Diego region. The Physical Therapis…
$36 - $45.65 per hour
certification in the state of practice Upon Hire (Required) And CRT - Certified Radiologic Technologist or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential Upon Hire (Preferred) And BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire o…
$55 per hour
Are you a motivated Physical Therapist looking to join a fun, supportive, and dynamic outpatient clinic? Ready to elevate your career in a therapist-owned and operated practice? ProActive Physical Therapy and Sports Medi…
Are you a motivated Physical Therapist looking to join a fun, supportive, and dynamic outpatient clinic? Ready to elevate your career in a therapist-owned and operated practice? ProActive Physical Therapy & Sports Medici…
FeldCare Connects, an app-based referral network, is seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated Physical Therapist to deliver quality home healthcare to patients of all ages. This position is for an Independent Contractor t…
Overview Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting multiple Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) to work us in support of the VA San Diego Healthcare System, located at 3350 La Jolla Village…
one simple EMR system for all notes (with tools available to minimize documentation time!) What You Need Valid California Physical Therapist license CPR or BLS certification Driver’s license and auto insurance Physical +…
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What physical therapists earn in San Diego
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $41–$50 | $85k–$104k |
| Mid level | $48–$58 | $100k–$120k |
| Senior | $56–$68 | $116k–$142k |
Adjusted for the San Diego market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Movement assessmentManual therapyExercise prescriptionGait and balance trainingDocumentation and codingPatient motivationOutcome measuresInterdisciplinary communication
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through your evaluation of a new post-surgical patient.
Show a structured exam: history, precautions, objective measures, and how you set functional goals with the patient. Mention respecting surgeon protocols.
How do you keep a patient engaged with a home exercise program they keep skipping?
Talk about shrinking the program to a few meaningful exercises, tying them to the patient's own goals, and checking barriers without judgment.
Describe a patient who was not progressing. What did you change?
Demonstrate clinical reasoning: reassessing, questioning the diagnosis, adjusting load or frequency, and knowing when to refer back to the physician.
How do you manage productivity expectations with quality of care?
Be candid: efficient documentation habits, smart scheduling, and where your line is. Clinics ask because burnout and shortcuts are real risks.
What is your experience with documentation for insurance and Medicare?
Mention defensible documentation, showing skilled need and progress with objective measures, and familiarity with visit limits and G-codes or current equivalents.
Which patient populations are you most comfortable with, and where do you want to grow?
Be honest about your depth, such as orthopedics or neuro, and name a genuine growth area. Clinics value self-aware clinicians over broad claims.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For physical therapists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your DPT, state PT license, and board certifications such as OCS or NCS prominently; they are primary screening filters.
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Specify settings and caseload, for example outpatient orthopedics at 12-14 patients per day, or inpatient rehab with stroke and TBI.
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Quantify outcomes where you can: average visits per episode, patient satisfaction scores, or return-to-sport rates.
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Name your documentation systems (WebPT, Epic, Clinicient) and note clean audit or compliance history if applicable.
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Include continuing education with clinical weight, such as dry needling certification, McKenzie, or vestibular training.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Staff Physical Therapist
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Senior Physical Therapist
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Clinic Lead
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Clinic Director
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Regional Director of Rehab
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