Physical Therapist

Apollo Physical Therapy; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross PPO medical insurance

PTO, flexible scheduling, no on-call

Tuition assistance and CEU budget

Discounts on clinic products and StemW

StemWave® shockwave therapy cert.

Job summary

Balance Rehabilitation in Lake Forest (Orange County) seeks a licensed Physical Therapist for a full-time or part-time role. The clinic emphasizes hands-on manual therapy with an orthopedic caseload and mentorship. You will have autonomy to tailor care, while delivering high-quality, individualized treatment in private rooms.

We offer a supportive environment where your clinical expertise shapes treatment style, with a robust benefits package and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong, hands-on manual physical therapy skills.
• Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active California PT license, or a recent graduate nearing licensure.
• Ability to manage a busy orthopedic caseload.
• Ready to onboard and begin treating promptly.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on manual physical therapy for orthopedic patients.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with a care team to optimize patient outcomes.

Job description

Balance Rehabilitation in Lake Forest (Orange County) has built a superb reputation for clinical excellence, with the same owner leading the practice for over 23 years. Our experienced team offers comprehensive and highly personalized physical therapy services, with expertise in orthopedic, vestibular, and neurologic rehabilitation. We also offer StemWave® shockwave therapy, an innovative treatment that has produced remarkable results for many of our patients.Read our 5-star reviews on Yelp and Google of patients sharing the kind of outcomes you'll help create every day.

We are seeking a talented and passionate licensed Physical Therapist for a full-time or part-time position. While we provide vestibular and neurologic rehabilitation, we also have a robust orthopedic caseload. Our immediate need is for a skilled, hands-on manual therapist who is confident treating orthopedic patients and enjoys delivering individualized, high-quality care.

We value your clinical expertise and offer autonomy in how you treat, giving you the freedom to develop your own treatment style and tailor care to each patient’s needs. Bring your strengths, ideas, and hands-on approach to a supportive practice where you can make your role your own, with mentorship always available.

Our Clinic and Schedule

• Standard appointments include 20 minutes of hands-on therapy.
• Appointments take place in private treatment rooms.
• Our small clinic emphasizes personalized care and strong patient relationships.
• Office hours are Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Friday, 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Physical Therapist Qualifications

• Strong, hands-on manual physical therapy skills
• Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Active California PT license, or a recent graduate nearing licensure
• Ability to manage a busy orthopedic caseload
• Ready to onboard and begin treating promptly

Compensation

• $48.00 to $58.00/hour, based on experience and credentials
• Sign-on bonus of up to $2,000 if you begin employment by 9/21/26

Benefits

• Blue Cross PPO medical insurance
• PTO, flexible scheduling, and no on-call responsibilities
• Tuition assistance and a dedicated CEU budget
• Discounts on clinic products and services
• Professional development assistance
• StemWave® shockwave therapy certification

If you are looking to join a well-established, highly respected practice where clinical excellence, patient outcomes, and individualized care are truly valued.