Physical Therapist Jobs in California

58+ Jobs
Avg $2,349/week
San Ramon, Hayward, Santa Rosa
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$2,349/wk avg

$681 - $3,357/week

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Available Positions in California

Physical Therapy:PT Inpatient Rehab,7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Lakeport, California

$2,862/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PT Home Health,7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

San Ramon, California

$2,365/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PT Inpatient Rehab,8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Napa, California

$2,552/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PT Inpatient Rehab,8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Petaluma, California

$3,357/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PTA Inpatient Rehab,8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Petaluma, California

$2,517/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PT SNF,8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Chowchilla, California

$2,821/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PT SNF,7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Blythe, California

$3,045/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PT SNF,7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Vacaville, California

$2,283/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PT SNF,7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Vacaville, California

$2,562/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PT SNF,7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Soledad, California

$1,665/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PTA SNF,7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Brawley, California

$914/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PTA Inpatient Rehab,7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

San Ramon, California

$1,516/wk/

36 hrs/week

Tehachapi, California

$1,405/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PT SNF,8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Salinas, California

$2,470/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PT SNF,4:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Soledad, California

$2,861/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PT SNF,7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Marysville, California

$3,002/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PT SNF,8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Salinas, California

$2,557/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PT Home Health,7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Oakland, California

$3,075/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PT Inpatient Rehab,7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Marysville, California

$3,002/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PTA SNF,7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Brawley, California

$681/wk/

36 hrs/week

Physical Therapy:PT Inpatient Rehab,7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Galt, California

$2,368/wk/

36 hrs/week

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Physical Therapist Jobs in California — Market Snapshot

California is the highest-paying state for travel nurses ($3,400–$5,500+/wk) due to mandatory Title 22 nurse-to-patient ratios. California is NOT a compact license state — every traveler needs a separate BRN endorsement (8–12 weeks). CDCR alone operates 33 state prisons with chronic RN vacancies.

California RN License — Cost & Timeline

Cost: $350 + $150 Live Scan (non-compact — separate CA RN license required)

Timeline: 8–12 weeks via California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN)

Top Hospital Systems in California

  • Kaiser Permanente (statewide)
  • Sutter Health (Northern CA)
  • UCSF/UCLA/UC system
  • CDCR (33 state prisons)

Top Metros for Physical Therapist Contracts in California

San Francisco / Bay Area
UCSF, Kaiser SF, CPMC, Zuckerberg SF General — highest-pay metro in CA
Los Angeles
Cedars-Sinai, Ronald Reagan UCLA, LAC+USC — over 90 acute care hospitals
San Diego
Scripps, Sharp, UC San Diego — lifestyle premium with year-round contracts
Sacramento
UC Davis, Sutter Sacramento, Kaiser Roseville — best take-home value in CA

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do physical therapists make in California?

Physical therapists in California earn an average of $2,349 per week. Pay ranges from $681 to $3,357 per week depending on specialty, experience, and facility type. CatSol Healthcare Staffing offers transparent pay rates with no hidden fees.

What are the best cities for physical therapist jobs in California?

The top cities for physical therapist jobs in California include San Ramon, Hayward, Santa Rosa. These cities offer the most job opportunities with competitive pay rates. San Ramon leads with 6 open positions.

What licenses do I need to work as a physical therapist in California?

To work as a physical therapist in California, you need an active nursing license valid in CA. California is not part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so you will need to obtain a California nursing license. CatSol can help guide you through the licensing process.

How many physical therapist jobs are available in California?

CatSol currently has 58+ physical therapist positions available in California. Our job listings are updated daily, and new positions are added regularly. Popular specialties include PT SNF, PT Inpatient Rehab, PT Home Health.

How do I apply for physical therapist jobs with CatSol?

Applying for physical therapist jobs with CatSol is easy. Use our AI-powered search to find jobs that match your preferences, then click "Quick Apply" to submit your information. A dedicated recruiter will contact you within 24 hours to discuss opportunities and guide you through the process.

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