Physical Therapist

HireNow Staffing; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Sick leave

401(k) with employer matching

Continuing education

Professional development

Company-sponsored benefits

Job summary

HireNow Staffing is recruiting a seasoned Physical Therapist for a full-time, onsite role in the San Francisco Bay Area. The position emphasizes patient-centered rehabilitation for older adults with manageable caseloads and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The successful candidate will hold a California PT license (or eligibility), a DPT or equivalent, and experience with geriatric populations. Relocation to the SF Bay Area may be required for some applicants.

Qualifications

• Must hold a California Physical Therapist license or be eligible before employment.
• DPT or equivalent accredited degree required.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning abilities.
• Experience with adult/geriatric populations and excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive PT evaluations and create individualized plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to improve mobility, balance, strength, and independence.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans based on outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists and care teams.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Communication

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent

California PT license or eligibility

Job description

Physical Therapist

Company: HireNow Staffing (Direct Placement Partner)

HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned Physical Therapist to join one of our valued client partners in the San Francisco Bay Area.

This full-time opportunity is ideal for a compassionate clinician who is passionate about helping older adults maintain mobility, independence, and a high quality of life through personalized, patient-centered rehabilitation services.

Unlike traditional high-volume therapy environments, this position emphasizes meaningful patient interactions, coordinated interdisciplinary care, and manageable caseloads that allow therapists to focus on long-term outcomes instead of rushed appointments. The successful candidate will provide evidence-based rehabilitation services while collaborating with healthcare professionals dedicated to supporting seniors within their communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions focused on improving mobility, balance, strength, endurance, and functional independence.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans based on clinical outcomes and rehabilitation goals.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, social workers, and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Educate patients and caregivers on injury prevention, therapeutic exercises, mobility strategies, and home exercise programs.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation while meeting regulatory and organizational standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and care planning meetings.
• Promote patient safety while supporting rehabilitation best practices.
• Build positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and clinical excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapist (PT) license in California or eligibility to obtain California licensure before employment.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent accredited Physical Therapy degree.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning abilities.
• Experience treating adult or geriatric patient populations.
• Excellent communication, patient education, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Strong organizational skills and commitment to high-quality patient care.
• Must currently reside within commuting distance of the San Francisco Bay Area or be prepared to relocate independently before employment.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• U.S.-based applicants only.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with medically complex geriatric patients.
• Background in outpatient rehabilitation, home health, community-based rehabilitation, or post-acute care.
• Experience with fall prevention, balance training, neurological rehabilitation, and functional mobility programs.
• Board Certification or advanced rehabilitation training.
• Knowledge of Medicare documentation and rehabilitation compliance requirements.
• Experience working within interdisciplinary care models.
• Stable employment history demonstrating progressive clinical growth and patient care excellence.

HireNow Package

• Compensation: $115,000–$136,000 annually
• Performance Bonus: Bonus opportunity available.
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid time off; paid holidays; sick leave; 401(k) with employer matching; continuing education opportunities; professional development; and additional company-sponsored benefits.
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: Monday–Friday with manageable caseloads and minimal after-hours charting.
• Work Location: Onsite – San Francisco Bay Area (Palo Alto, California)
• Applicant Requirements: U.S.-based applicants only. Candidates must currently reside within commuting distance of the San Francisco Bay Area or relocate independently before employment.
• Headcount: 1