Physical Therapist - Full Time

Jackson Therapy Partners; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical benefits

401(k) match

PTO >3 weeks

CE reimbursement up to $800/year

Relocation assistance

Productivity bonus up to $750

Flexible work schedule

Opportunities to specialize (sports, -

PT-led collaboration

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a Physical Therapist for a full-time role in the Santa Cruz area. You’ll help patients move better, feel better, and stay active—whether recovering from injury or managing long-term conditions.

Requirements include a Bachelor's/Master's/Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program, active California PT license, and BLS certification. Competitive compensation with $92K-$115K annual salary, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school approved by the APTA.
• Active California Physical Therapy license required to start the position.
• BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

We’re looking for a Physical Therapist to take on a full-time role with one of our area clients. You’ll help patients move better, feel better, and stay active—whether they’re recovering from an injury or managing long-term conditions.

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school approved by the APTA.
• Active California Physical Therapy license required to start the position.
• BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Competitive compensation! $92K - $115K annual
• Tenured staff with great encouragement and training!
• Amazing facilitate with a large gym and updated equipment in unique, mid-size city developed along Central California’s coastline.
• Movement based therapy, with opportunity for specialization including pelvis floor & sport medicine
• Full medical benefits.
• Annual continuing education reimbursement up to $800 per year.
• 401(k) match.
• Starting PTO greater than three weeks per year, with additional time based on experience.
• Flexible work schedule and collaborative, PT-led company culture.
• Opportunities to specialize in sports medicine, vestibular, or pelvic health. Potential work at a local community college for sports medicine specialization.
• Opportunity to work across outpatient and inpatient settings within the same organization.
• Possible relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
• Productivity bonus opportunity up to $750.

Location Highlights

Santa Cruz and the Monterey Bay area offer accessible coastal recreation and outdoor activities. The clinic is located in the Capitola area near Monterey Bay. The location is approximately 1.5 hours south of San Francisco and 30 minutes from San Jose. Local attractions include beaches, coastal trails, surfing, and parks. The area supports an active, outdoor lifestyle and provides cultural and dining options in a small coastal community. Note that living costs are higher than average. Travel clinicians may appreciate proximity to regional airports and access to nearby urban centers while working in a spacious, well-equipped outpatient facility.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Jackson Therapy Partners offers a variety of career options for physical therapists including direct hire positions, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Thanks to nationwide partnerships with clients from every setting, we help therapy professionals find the right job including competitive compensation, benefits, relocation assistance, and opportunities for professional growth. Discover your match using ProVenture, our AI enhanced career app designed for clinicians.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.