Physical Therapist
Location: Santa Cruz, CA
Profession: Therapist
Posted: 11/11/2026
Salary: Apply for details
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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