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Physical Therapist, Per Diem, Rotating Shift (SEIU)

Adventist Health logoAdventist Health$49.52–$74.22/hrSan Luis Obispo, CAFull time, Rotating ShiftPosted 5mo ago
  • PRN / per diem
  • Rotating
  • BLS

How this pay compares

This posting states $49.52–$74.22 an hour. Open physical therapist jobs in California post a median of $66.90 an hour, the middle half $60.58–$73.11, across 231 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Physical therapists employed in California earn a median of $59.71 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Job Summary

Plans and conducts segments of treatment programs designed to restore and improve physical, social and mental functions, while meeting department objectives. Serves as co-leader in interdisciplinary approach to patient groups. This position is represented by SEIU.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree: Required; only if obtained license on or after January 2016
  • Two years' Physical Therapy experience: Preferred
  • Experience in working with an adult and geriatric population: Required

Licenses/Certifications

  • Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice: Required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

Essential Functions

  • Completes evaluations to ensure quality standards and addresses assessment areas that require attention. Uses appropriate clinical techniques and tools and establishes individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Provides therapy interventions using appropriate treatment protocols and techniques. Establishes individualized care and discharge plans and ensures plans are communicated to appropriate parties.
  • Completes comprehensive and accurate clinical documentation within established deadlines.
  • Supervises assigned assistants.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

From Adventist Health's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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