Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist
Gainesville, FL
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
Referral Bonus

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a traveling Physical Therapist team in Gainesville, FL at a skilled nursing facility 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 certification from AHA or ARC required or may be required by the client.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Demonstrated competency in common SNF interventions including fall prevention, gait training, balance training, wheelchair assessments, and restorative programs preferred.
• Ability to document according to facility and regulatory standards. Electronic medical record experience preferred.
• Client requires clinicians to adhere to site-specific policies and workflows. Travel clinician must be able to integrate with existing interdisciplinary teams.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 0830-1630.
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 5x8.
• Assignment Weeks: 13-week contract.

Location Highlights

Gainesville offers a mix of outdoor recreation and cultural amenities within easy drives. The city is home to the University of Florida campus and the Florida Museum of Natural History, both located within a short drive of downtown and providing cultural and educational activities. Gainesville is approximately 45 minutes from the Gulf Coast beaches such as Cedar Key and about 30 minutes from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, offering hiking, wildlife viewing, and equestrian trails. The area supports an active, outdoors-oriented lifestyle with access to the Santa Fe River for paddling and the Depot Park green space and amphitheater within the city for events and community gatherings. Gainesville provides convenient regional transit connections via Interstate 75 and local bus service, making commuting and weekend excursions accessible.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and professionalism. Benefits available to travelers include a competitive benefits package starting day one, full medical benefits and 401k matching options, recruiter support available 24/7, referral bonuses, paid housing options, and travel and license reimbursement. Specific benefit eligibility and details will be provided by the recruiter.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel Physical Therapist and gain flexibility and professional growth while supporting patient recovery in skilled nursing settings. Contracts may offer full-time clinical hours and opportunities for diverse clinical experiences. A recruiter will provide placement details and next steps.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. 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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Please note. Recruiter will confirm assignment specifics, site policies, and required onboarding documents upon contact. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.

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