Physical Therapist

About Kauno

Kauno is an outpatient orthopedic practice in San Francisco serving an active population — runners, cyclists, gym-goers, and everyday athletes. Our model is built on clinical reasoning, one-on-one care, and long-term results.

No aides. No assistants. No double-booking. Just you and your patient.

We've built a culture around autonomy, collaboration, and professional development. Therapists here own their caseloads and their clinical decisions, with mentorship and peer collaboration available whenever you want it.

The Role

We're hiring a Physical Therapist who wants real independence in the clinic — and a team worth talking through hard cases with. You'll carry a full caseload of orthopedic and sports-related conditions in a modern practice that's built to support you rather than push volume.

What you'll do

• Evaluate and treat patients one-on-one in an outpatient orthopedic setting
• Manage a diverse, active caseload spanning orthopedic and sports-related conditions
• Educate patients on movement quality, injury prevention, and self-management
• Collaborate with the clinical team to maintain a consistently high standard of care
• Contribute to a positive, patient-focused clinic environment

What we're looking for

• Active California Physical Therapy license (or license-eligible)
• Outpatient orthopedic experience preferred
• Strong clinical reasoning and a genuine commitment to continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• New Grads Welcome

Compensation & Benefits

We believe in transparent, equitable compensation. 55% of Kauno's total revenue is allocated to therapy staff compensation — when the practice does well, you do well, and we'll walk you through exactly how that structure works.

Pay

• Competitive base salary
• Performance incentive program
• Equity

Time & schedule

• Flexible weekly schedule, built collaboratively around your needs
• Investment into career skills, growth and advancemenr
• Generous PTO, Holiday and sick leave

Health & retirement

• 90% employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• San Francisco Commuter Benefits Program

Professional development

• Continuing education allowance, yours to use at your discretion
• Complimentary enrollment in all current and future Kauno-hosted CE courses
• License reimbursement