Physical Therapist (DPT)
Valley Performance Physical Therapy | Merced, California
Pay: $95,000–$110,000 per year + Bonuses + Comprehensive Benefits
Become the Physical Therapist You Always Wanted to Be.
You didn't spend years earning your Doctor of Physical Therapy degree just to rush from patient to patient.
At Valley Performance Physical Therapy, you'll have the time, mentorship, and clinical freedom to provide exceptional care while building a career you can be proud of.
We're a PT-owned outpatient orthopedic practice that believes the best patient outcomes come from therapists who are supported, challenged, and genuinely enjoy coming to work.
If you're looking for another clinic where you're expected to see three or more patients every hour, we're probably not the right fit.
If you're looking for a place that invests in your growth, your clinical skills, and your future, we'd love to meet you.
About Valley Performance Physical Therapy
Located in Merced, California, Valley Performance Physical Therapy specializes in orthopedic, sports, vestibular, and pelvic floor rehabilitation.
As a locally owned private practice, our mission is simple:
Deliver outstanding patient care while creating one of the best places in California for physical therapists to build long-term careers.
Every decision we make is centered around quality care—not productivity quotas.
Why Therapists Choose Valley Performance
✅ One-hour evaluations
You have the time to perform thorough evaluations and create individualized treatment plans.
✅ Never more than two patients per hour
Treat patients the way you were trained.
Build relationships.
Focus on outcomes instead of rushing between treatment tables.
✅ Structured Weekly Mentorship
Whether you're a new graduate or an experienced clinician, you'll receive ongoing mentorship that includes:
- Clinical reasoning
- Manual therapy
- Complex case discussions
- Evidence-based treatment progression
- One-on-one coaching
✅ Career Development
We're committed to helping our therapists grow professionally.
Opportunities include:
- Advanced continuing education
- Clinical specialization
- Leadership development
- Mentorship training
- Future clinic leadership opportunities
A Typical Day
Your schedule is designed to allow you to deliver outstanding care.
✔ 1-hour evaluations
✔ Maximum of two patients per hour
✔ Collaborative team environment
✔ Weekly mentorship and clinical education
✔ Supportive PT-owned culture
Why Merced?
Merced offers something increasingly difficult to find in California:
- Affordable cost of living
- Easy commute
- Family-friendly community
- Gateway to Yosemite National Park
- Central location between the Bay Area, Sacramento, and Fresno
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $90,000–$110,000 annually
In addition, we offer:
✔ Weekly/Quarterly and Yearly productivity bonuses
✔ Sign-on bonus
✔ Tuition reimbursement
✔ Paid continuing education
✔ Paid time off
✔ Flexible scheduling
✔ Health insurance
✔ Dental insurance
✔ Vision insurance
✔ 401(k) matching
✔ Relocation assistance
✔ Retirement plan
Qualifications
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
- California Physical Therapy License (Required)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Apply Today
If you're ready to practice physical therapy the way it was meant to be practiced, we'd love to meet you.
Valley Performance Physical Therapy
Merced, California
ValleyPerformancePT.com
Pay: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Travel reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
