Outpatient Physical Therapist
Key West, FL
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist assignment in Key West, FL at an outpatient facility where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing a unique coastal 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 recognized by the APTA.
• Active Florida Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from AHA or ARC may be required prior to start.
• Experience in outpatient physical therapy preferred. New graduates will be considered; clinic indicates a 60-minute eval plus treatment model and a preference for clinicians comfortable with 60-minute evaluations and one-on-one treatment.
• Documentation skills required, including evaluation notes, goal writing, functional quality indicator assessment, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in compliance with regulatory and clinic requirements.
• Ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, demonstrate clinical reasoning, and progress patients toward discharge within established length-of-stay expectations.
• Willingness to participate in student supervision and to engage in professional development activities.
• Adherence to state practice act, professional code of conduct, and organizational safety practices, including safe patient handling and infection control.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient clinic.
• Duration: 13-week assignment.
• Schedule: 5x8 (five days per week, eight-hour shifts).
• Shift Name: Other.
• Patient Model: 60-minute evaluation plus treatment sessions.
• Number of Positions: 1 position available.

Location Highlights

Key West offers a coastal, island lifestyle with abundant outdoor and cultural attractions. Visit Mallory Square for nightly sunset celebrations and the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum within a short drive of Duval Street. Explore Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park with beach access and snorkeling about 2–4 miles from downtown. Enjoy water-based recreation such as boating and fishing in the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic waters with numerous charter options and marinas. Commute times are typically short in the compact island layout, supporting a walkable, tourist-oriented urban experience with active nightlife on Duval Street and quiet residential neighborhoods nearby. The location suits clinicians seeking a coastal, adventurous lifestyle with easy access to state parks, historic districts, and waterfront activities.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. Benefits commonly offered for travel clinicians on comparable contracts include comprehensive medical options, 401k matching availability, paid housing options or housing stipends, travel and license reimbursement, weekly pay practices, 24/7 recruiter support, and referral programs. Specific benefits for this assignment will be provided by the recruiter.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide high-quality, patient-centered outpatient therapy. Complete thorough evaluations and timely documentation. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and support student learning as appropriate. Maintain professional licensure and pursue ongoing professional development.

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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment.

Please note. A recruiter will confirm specific start details, final shift times, and full benefit information. Thank you for your interest and prompt attention.

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