Physical Therapist

Tenet Healthcare Corporation·Joshua Tree, California

$45 - $70/hrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 28 days ago

Practice for this role

Physical Therapist · $45 - $70/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-13% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in California ($51.75/hr, n=4274)

6 similar openings in the Joshua Tree area

126 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

$1.00/hr · p10p90 · $14,331/hr

this role: $45.08/hrmedian $51.75/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 4,274 posted allied health roles in California rates. This role sits in the 36th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 13% below the California median for allied health roles.

The Physical Therapist will plan and implement specific treatment programs for individual patients based on physical therapy principles. They are responsible for providing exceptional patient care while working in a collaborative healthcare environment.

**Up to $20,000 Sign on Bonus for Qualified Candidates**

Job type

Full
Time
Shift:
Days
Schedule: Monday through Friday Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients/residents according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.

Responsibilities: Primary Duties

Evaluates assigned patients/residents and develops treatment plans, including specific goals and activities, reevaluating and modifying plans as necessary.

Ensures treatments and care is done appropriately and completely in accordance with patients/residents clinical condition.

Provides instructions in therapeutic procedures to be continued by the patient as prescribed by a physician.

Provides direct physical therapy to patients/residents.

Communicates clearly and tactfully with patient/resident regarding progress, problems, home programs and other issues related to the therapeutic process.

Communicates observations, facts and comments with interdisciplinary team members individually, and through team meetings as appropriate and required.

Assesses patient’s progress weekly or as required and adjusts program as appropriate.

Prepares written documentation as requires by regulations and departmental policy, such as evaluations, individualized treatment plans, progress notes and other required reports 7.

Provides direct Physical Therapy to patients per plan pf care.

Prepares written documentation as required by regulations and departmental policy, such as evaluations, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other required reports.

Maintains established departmental policies, procedures, objectives, and quality assurance.

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Performs above primary duties for ages adolescent through older adult.

Qualifications

Physical demands:

May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases, body fluids and wastes
Heavy physical effort, including lift/carry up to 50 lbs

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current California Physical Therapy License and a current BLS CPR certification. The role requires the ability to perform heavy physical tasks, including lifting and transferring patients.

postgraduate degree
Rehabilitation
Treatment planning
Patient care
BLS CPR
Emergency response
Patient assessment
Patient transfer
Clinical documentation
Physical therapy

Benefits

Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Life insurance
Employee discount program
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Career development
Continuing education
Pet insurance
Accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Health savings accounts
Legal insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $45 - $70/hr
Location: Joshua Tree, California
Posted: Aug 11, 2026
Application: Employer website

California PT roles stay consistently competitive

Physical therapist openings in California are typically driven by ongoing demand in hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools, and rehab settings, where candidates need to work confidently across age groups and support pain reduction and functional recovery. These roles are competitive because employers usually look for an active California PT license, current BLS certification, and clear experience helping patients improve mobility and quality of life. Before applying, confirm your license and BLS status, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare the role against the original job description.