Physical Therapist, Per Diem

Family Health Centers of San Diego

. Provide outpatient orthopedic physical therapy care for an adolescent to adult caseload from 11 years old and up .

Posted 9/24/2026part-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $48 - $62 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy, including evaluation, treatment planning, and patient engagement. Committed to culturally competent care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

California State Licensure as a Physical TherapistOutpatient Orthopedic Physical TherapyPatient Evaluation and Treatment PlanningCPR Certification (BLS or Equivalent)Supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants

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Hard Skills

Patient EvaluationTreatment Plan DesignDocumentation ComplianceRe-evaluation ProceduresHome Program Activities

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationCulturally Competent CarePatient EngagementTraining and Presentation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

California State Licensure as a Physical TherapistCPR Certification (BLS or Equivalent)Advanced Cardiac Life SupportAdvanced Trauma Life Support

Industry Keywords

Outpatient CareCommunity MedicineMedically UnderservedCase ManagementInsurance Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide outpatient orthopedic physical therapy care for an adolescent to adult caseload from 11 years old and up
Communicate evaluation results, treatment plans, and goals to patients and/or parents/caregivers
Provide home program activities and engage patients and/or caregivers in treatment sessions
Complete accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in accordance with department and insurance requirements
Consult with physicians, allied health professionals, and other team members
Participate in case conferencing and program planning meetings
Facilitate training and presentations for staff, patients, and parents/caregivers when applicable
Evaluate patients referred for physical therapy and consultation
Perform evaluations according to patient needs, physician recommendations, and program protocols
Communicate with Referral, Case Management, Care Coordination, and Scheduling staff
Make and follow through with referrals when appropriate
Provide oversight and supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants as necessary
Determine when the Physical Therapist must personally render interventions versus utilizing a Physical Therapy Assistant
Provide treatment in accordance with established standards of care and scope of practice
Design treatment plans and monitor progress through observations and assessments
Conduct re-evaluations when indicated
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

California State licensure as a Physical Therapist
Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training
Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training
At least 2 years’ experience as a Physical Therapist preferred
Traveling between sites and other locations is occasionally required
Valid California driver’s license
Automobile and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law
Acceptable driving record
Demonstrated commitment to community medicine and providing culturally competent care to the medically underserved

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits
Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs
$1000 CME reimbursement
24 hours of CME time off
MedBridge account with unlimited access to virtual CME training
License renewal fee reimbursement
Possibility of loan forgiveness eligibility
Opportunities for promotion and leadership