Physical Therapist

Location: Santa Cruz, CA
Profession: Therapist

Posted: 11/11/2026
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Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: Days

Job Details

Job Title

Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Center Manager

Location

Santa Cruz, CA | Outpatient

Schedule / Job Type

Full-Time | Days | Direct Hire | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct patient care in an outpatient physical therapy setting
  • Oversee day-to-day clinical operations as Center Manager
  • Supervise and mentor clinical staff, including support for foreign-trained applicants working toward licensure
  • Maintain compliance with documentation, treatment plans, and regulatory standards
  • Foster a positive patient experience and uphold quality of care standards

Required Qualifications

  • Active Physical Therapist license in the state of California (or eligibility to obtain)
  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
  • Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in a clinical setting

Preferred Experience / Skills

  • Prior experience in an outpatient orthopedic or rehabilitation environment
  • Experience managing or mentoring clinical teams
  • Interest in continuing education and professional development

Why Join Us

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, FSA, dependent care, company-paid life insurance, long-term disability, voluntary benefit plans, and 401(k)
  • Center Manager role may be eligible for an annual performance bonus, relocation assistance, sign-on bonus, student loan assistance, and continuing education reimbursement

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