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Physical Therapist Jobs in Sunnyvale, CA

Day Shifts | 9 AM to 5 PM | 40 Hours/Week | Weekly Pay Up to $3,200

Facts

Quick Facts

Weekly payUp to $3,200 on a 40-hour week
LocationSunnyvale, in the heart of Silicon Valley (Santa Clara County)
ScheduleDays, typically 9 AM to 5 PM, 40 hours per week (facility and schedule dependent)
Duration13 weeks
SettingsSkilled nursing, home health, inpatient, and outpatient
LicenseActive California PT license required (California is not in the PT Compact)
Experience0 to 2+ years depending on the assignment; new grads considered for select roles
Call to apply(866) 680-2920
Strong Market

Why Sunnyvale Is One of California's Strongest PT Markets

Sunnyvale sits at the center of Silicon Valley, one of the densest and best-funded healthcare markets in the country. That matters for a physical therapist in a very practical way: a large, aging, and health-conscious population, well-resourced hospital systems and outpatient networks, and a steady stream of orthopedic, sports, and post-surgical cases mean PT demand here is deep and constant. Outpatient and skilled-nursing roles turn over regularly, and the concentration of clinics in and around Santa Clara County means you are rarely far from your next assignment.

For a traveler, Sunnyvale offers the busy, well-equipped, tech-adjacent side of California practice. It is a strong fit if you want high-quality facilities, a steady caseload, and the amenities of the South Bay on your days off, from bayfront trails to some of the best food in the region.

Cost of Living

An Honest Word on Cost of Living

Sunnyvale is one of the most expensive places to live in the United States, with housing the single biggest factor. That is not a reason to skip it, but it is a reason to plan. This is exactly where a travel package earns its keep: your tax-free housing and meal stipends are designed to offset high local costs, and pay reaches up to $3,200 a week. The smart move is to go over the housing stipend and your options with your recruiter before you accept, so you know your real take-home for a Sunnyvale contract up front. Travelers who plan housing well here do very well; those who wing it can be surprised by South Bay rents.

Travel physical therapist treating a patient in a Sunnyvale outpatient clinic
The Role

The Role

As a travel physical therapist with We Care Staffing in Sunnyvale, you evaluate patients, build treatment plans, and guide recovery across the settings we staff: skilled nursing, home health, inpatient, and outpatient. Days run a predictable weekday schedule, roughly 9 AM to 5 PM, 40 hours a week. Tell your recruiter your preferred setting and experience level, since Sunnyvale contracts range from new-grad-friendly roles to those wanting a couple of years in a specific setting.

Requirements

What you'll need

  • A California PT license from the PTBC (California is not in the PT Compact, so apply early)
  • Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited PT program and a passed NPTE
  • 0 to 2+ years of experience, depending on the assignment (new grads considered for select contracts)
  • Setting-specific experience where required (skilled nursing, home health, or inpatient and outpatient)
  • BLS certification; additional home-health compliance requirements may apply for those roles
Benefits

What we provide

  • Weekly pay with a clear split between taxable wages and tax-free stipends
  • A dedicated recruiter plus clinical support for the length of your contract
  • A referral benefit when you refer a fellow healthcare professional
Locations

Where You'll Work

We Care Staffing places physical therapists across Sunnyvale and the surrounding South Bay: outpatient orthopedic and rehab clinics, skilled nursing facilities, home-health territories, and inpatient rehab units. Nearby Santa Clara County communities are often part of the same contract radius.

Rehabilitation facility in the Sunnyvale and South Bay area
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do physical therapists make in Sunnyvale, CA?
We Care Staffing's current Sunnyvale contracts pay up to $3,200 a week on a 40-hour schedule, plus tax-free housing and meal stipends. Sunnyvale's high cost of living makes the stipend portion especially valuable, so review the full package with your recruiter.
Can new graduate physical therapists work in Sunnyvale?
Yes, for select contracts. Requirements range from 0 to 2 or more years depending on the assignment, and new grads are considered for some Sunnyvale roles. You will need an active California PT license.
Is the high cost of living worth it in Sunnyvale?
With planning, yes. Travel packages include tax-free housing and meal stipends built to offset Sunnyvale's high costs, and pay reaches up to $3,200 a week. Go over your housing options with your recruiter before accepting so you know your real take-home.
What settings are hiring in Sunnyvale?
Skilled nursing, home health, inpatient, and outpatient. The dense Silicon Valley healthcare market keeps outpatient and skilled-nursing roles turning over regularly. Tell your recruiter your preferred setting.
Do I need a California license to work in Sunnyvale?
Yes. California is not in the PT Compact, so you need a full California PT license from the Physical Therapy Board of California even if you hold privileges elsewhere. Apply early; your recruiter can help you plan the timing.

Apply for Sunnyvale Physical Therapist Jobs Today

Submit your profile in two minutes and a We Care Staffing recruiter will follow up with current openings that fit your license, experience, and preferred setting. Prefer to talk? Call (866) 680-2920 or email careers@we-carestaffing.com.

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