Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical Therapist (PT) | PRN | Capistrano Senior Living and San Juan Hills | San Juan Capistrano, CA | $55 to $65/Hour

Flexible Work. Real Impact. Work Where Others Come to Unwind.

Capistrano Senior Living and San Juan Hills are hiring a licensed Physical Therapist on a PRN basis in San Juan Capistrano, California. If you are a clinician who wants full control over your schedule, premium per-diem compensation, and meaningful clinical work in one of Southern California's most desirable communities, this role was designed for you.

Bring your full evaluation and clinical leadership skills to two collaborative, mission-driven rehabilitation teams in the heart of South Orange County.

Our Mission: We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual’s ability to thrive.

Why Clinicians Choose Capistrano Senior Living/San Juan Hills:

Compensation

• Hourly pay range: $55.00 to $65.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
• Among the most competitive PRN Physical Therapist rates available in South Orange County and the greater Southern California market
• Premium per-diem compensation that reflects the full value of your clinical autonomy, evaluation authority, and independent decision-making across two established facilities

Schedule and Flexibility

• True PRN flexibility with scheduling built entirely around your availability
• Work as much or as little as your life requires
• No long-term schedule commitments required
• The opportunity to contribute across two established facilities, adding clinical variety and schedule resilience to your per-diem practice

Culture and Career

• A collaborative, supportive therapy team that genuinely invests in one another
• Meaningful, measurable impact on resident outcomes and quality of life
• A stable, professionally managed environment aligned with federal, state, and local care standards
• A workplace in one of Orange County's most beautiful and desirable communities

The Role

The Physical Therapist is a licensed healthcare professional responsible for comprehensive evaluation, development, implementation, and oversight of individualized physical therapy treatment programs. This position is classified as Non-Exempt and reports to the Director of Rehabilitation and the Facility Administrator.

Core responsibilities include:

• Performing comprehensive evaluations and reassessments in accordance with physician orders and California standards of practice
• Developing, implementing, and modifying individualized plans of care with measurable functional goals
• Delivering skilled therapeutic interventions, both individual and group, to restore function and reduce impairment
• Monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment interventions based on clinical presentation and objective outcomes
• Supervising and directing Physical Therapist Assistants in accordance with California state law and professional regulations
• Providing appropriate oversight to rehabilitation aides, students, and volunteers as assigned
• Communicating evaluation findings, progress updates, and discharge outcomes to physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families
• Developing and instructing patients and caregivers in home exercise programs, safe use of assistive devices, orthotics, and adaptive equipment
• Completing timely, accurate, and compliant documentation consistent with federal, state, payer, and organizational requirements
• Participating in MDS assessments, care conferences, care plan development, and quarterly reviews
• Supporting discharge planning, transition-of-care coordination, and community reintegration recommendations
• Participating in quality assurance, performance improvement, utilization review, and risk management initiatives
• Maintaining compliance with HIPAA, patient rights, OSHA, infection control, and all applicable California state practice standards
• Treating all residents with dignity, respect, and compassionate professionalism

Physical requirements include the ability to assist with patient transfers, mobility support, repositioning, prolonged standing and walking, bending, reaching, and lifting with or without assistive devices. The ability to assist in resident evacuation during emergency situations is also required.

What You Bring

• Current, active, and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the State of California — required (pending licensure considered)
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate) — required
• Successful completion of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) — required
• Current CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain per facility policy)
• Experience in a skilled nursing, post-acute, hospital, or related medical setting — strongly preferred
• Training in rehabilitative and restorative therapy practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to exercise sound clinical judgment
• Composure and professionalism in dynamic, fast-paced clinical environments
• Strong organizational skills, leadership ability, and capacity to make independent clinical decisions
• A team-first mindset and a genuine passion for geriatric and post-acute care

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

Capistrano Senior Living and San Juan Hills are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or California law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If an accommodation is needed during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources or your facility Administrator.

Employment with Capistrano Senior Living and San Juan Hills is at-will. Duties, schedule, and work location may be adjusted based on facility needs or any other lawful reason.

Apply Today

Join a team that is as invested in your experience as it is in the residents we serve. Submit your application now and a member of our team will be in touch promptly to discuss next steps.

Capistrano Senior Living and San Juan Hills are located in San Juan Capistrano, California, proudly serving the South Orange County community.

At Capistrano Senior Living in San Juan Capistrano, CA, we’ve reimagined senior living by putting people first—both residents and employees. Our caregivers, wellness teams, dining staff, and support professionals work together to create a warm, engaging community where residents feel valued, connected, and truly at home. Serving families throughout Orange County, we provide personalized support, meaningful daily experiences, and a lifestyle focused on comfort, independence, and quality of life.
For our team, that means working in an environment built on collaboration, respect, and purpose. We prioritize supportive leadership, strong team culture, and a workplace where your contributions genuinely matter. Whether you’re providing direct care, creating memorable resident experiences, or supporting operations behind the scenes, you’ll be part of a community committed to doing things differently—and doing them well.
Conveniently located near local hospitals and the heart of San Juan Capistrano, our community offers not only a wonderful place for seniors to live, but a place where professionals can grow, feel appreciated, and build meaningful careers.