Physical Therapist
Gainesville, FL
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling Physical Therapist where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by APTA.
• Active Florida Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in an acute or long-term acute care (LTACH) setting preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to complete comprehensive evaluations, develop and implement treatment plans, and write clear, timely documentation including daily notes, goals, and discharge planning.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, manage individual and group treatment sessions, and support safe patient handling procedures.
• Comfort supervising and mentoring therapy students and other clinical staff preferred.
• Maintain professional licensure in good standing and satisfy state-mandated continuing education requirements.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Long Term Acute Care Hospital
• Shift: Day, 5x8
• Duration: 13 week assignment
• Start: April start (exact start date provided after placement)
• Responsibilities include patient evaluations, treatment planning, interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation, equipment trialing and discharge planning.

Location Highlights

Gainesville, FL offers a combination of outdoor recreation and cultural amenities within a short drive. Gainesville is home to Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park and is approximately 30 minutes from Ichetucknee Springs State Park, providing access to hiking trails and spring-fed tubing. The city includes the University of Florida campus and the Harn Museum of Art, offering urban cultural attractions and collegiate sporting events within city limits. Commuting is typically under 30 minutes to many local parks and downtown dining districts, supporting a suburban lifestyle with access to outdoor and cultural activities. The area is also within roughly 1.5 to 2 hours driving distance of coastal beaches such as Cedar Key and Daytona Beach for weekend trips. Gainesville supports a mix of quiet residential neighborhoods and a lively college-town atmosphere suitable for clinicians seeking both relaxation and community engagement.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care and provide a comprehensive benefits package. Details will be provided by your recruiter.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel PT and gain flexibility and professional growth. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. A recruiter will provide information on benefits, housing options, and support services.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Thank you for your time and responsiveness. A recruiter will contact you with next steps after application.

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