Ortho/Sports Physical Therapist

Orthopedic / Sports Physical Therapist – Part-Time or Weekends | Growth Opportunity

Love physical therapy but wish you had more time to do it the way you know it should be done? At COVA Physical Therapy, we're redefining what a PT practice can be. Imagine working one-on-one with motivated, active clients, having the freedom to use your clinical expertise, and combining rehabilitation with strength training, sports performance, and cutting-edge longevity testing. We're a growing, independently owned specialty practice in beautiful Solana Beach where great clinical reasoning, measurable outcomes, and fresh ideas are valued. If you're passionate about helping people not just recover, but thrive for a lifetime, we'd love to meet you. Keeping Active People Active.

COVA Physical Therapy | Solana Beach, CA

Pay: $52–$65 per hour, based on experience and qualifications, plus weekend differential

Job Type: Part-time, with potential to grow into full-time

Schedule: Flexible weekday and/or weekend-only opportunities

Job Description

Are you an orthopedic physical therapist who wants to do more than traditional rehabilitation?

COVA Physical Therapy is a growing, independently owned specialty practice in Solana Beach, California. We are seeking an exceptional Orthopedic / Sports Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping active individuals recover from injury, build strength, optimize performance, and maintain lifelong physical capacity.

Our philosophy is Keeping Active People Active.

At COVA, we combine evidence-informed orthopedic rehabilitation with advanced biomechanical assessment, exercise physiology, and longevity-focused performance testing.

We’re looking for a clinician who values clinical reasoning, individualized care, and measurable outcomes—and who is excited about the evolving role of physical therapy in performance and preventive healthcare.

We have flexible part-time opportunities, including a weekend-only position, with the potential to grow into full-time employment.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver individualized, one-on-one orthopedic and sports physical therapy

• Evaluate and treat musculoskeletal injuries and movement dysfunction

• Develop progressive rehabilitation and strength programs

• Guide athletes and active adults through return-to-sport and return-to-activity

• Use objective testing to assess strength, power, movement, and functional performance

• Integrate injury prevention and long-term physical capacity into patient care

• Collaborate with other clinicians and healthcare partners

• Contribute to COVA’s growing sports performance and longevity services

What Makes COVA Different?

One-on-one patient care. Focus on high-quality treatment and meaningful outcomes rather than high-volume productivity.

Clinical autonomy. We value clinicians who think critically, individualize treatment, and take ownership of their patients’ progress.

Advanced performance technology. Access force plates, dynamometry, VO₂ max testing, resting metabolic rate assessment, and objective biomechanical testing.

Beyond traditional rehabilitation. Help clients transition from injury recovery to strength, athletic performance, and lifelong physical health.

Diverse, active clientele. Work with athletes, active adults, dancers, tactical professionals, and individuals pursuing healthy aging and longevity.

Opportunity to grow. Help shape specialty programs and expand your clinical role as the practice develops.

Flexible scheduling. Weekday part-time and weekend-only opportunities are available.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current California Physical Therapist license or eligibility

• Strong orthopedic examination and clinical reasoning skills

• Experience with progressive therapeutic exercise and functional rehabilitation

• Excellent communication and patient education skills

• Commitment to individualized, evidence-informed care

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred:

• OCS or SCS certification

• CSCS certification or strength and conditioning experience

• Experience treating athletes and active adults

• Knowledge of return-to-sport testing and performance assessment

• Interest in exercise physiology, VO₂ max testing, and longevity

• Experience with force plates, dynamometry, or other objective assessment tools

• Interest in working with tactical athletes, dancers, or recreational athletes

Advanced certifications are valued but not required. We welcome motivated clinicians with strong orthopedic skills and an interest in developing expertise in performance and longevity.

Compensation & Schedule

• $52–$65 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience

• Additional compensation for weekend shifts

• Flexible weekday part-time opportunities

• Weekend-only position available (Saturday and/or Sunday)

• Potential to grow into full-time employment

• Opportunities to contribute to specialty program development and practice growth

About COVA

COVA stands for Curated Outcomes for Vitality and Active Lifestyles.

We are an independently owned specialty physical therapy practice in Solana Beach, California, offering orthopedic and sports rehabilitation, women’s health, and human performance and longevity services.

Our goal is to help people not only recover from injury, but develop the strength, resilience, and physical capacity to continue doing what they love.

Keeping Active People Active.

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How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief introduction describing:

• Your orthopedic or sports physical therapy experience

• Your interest in performance, strength training, or longevity

• Your preferred schedule: weekday part-time, weekend-only, or both

We welcome clinicians who are excited to help shape a growing, outcomes-focused specialty practice.