Physical Therapist II

Sutter Bay Hospitals

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Santa Barbara Until 9/15/2026 2+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 17, 2026 Last posted July 17, 2026
Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SC - Sansum Clinic

Position Overview:

Independently responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs that improve patient mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. Provides clinical supervision of assistants and aides and serves as clinical instructor for assigned students.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

  • Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program
  • OR graduate of an accredited physical therapy program that can be demonstrated with a valid PT license

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

  • PT-Physical Therapist OR Will also consider approved license applicant or resident training program employee.
  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

  • 2 years of recent relevant experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

  • Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.
  • Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.
  • Must be able to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements.
  • Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.
  • Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.
  • Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.
  • Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $111,030.40 to $155,417.60 / annual salary

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

About this role

Summary

Assess, plan, and execute rehabilitative programs to improve patient mobility and relieve pain.

Job title

Physical Therapist II

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Santa Barbara, onsite only, no remote work allowed

Salary

$111k–$155k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

physical therapylicensed PTBLS certificationcritical thinkingclinical supervision

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

rehabilitationpatient caremobilitypain management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Santa Barbara, CA, USA

On-site City