Physical Therapist, Inpatient Rehabilitation
Lake Worth, FL
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

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Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a hospital in Lake Worth, FL 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 we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll reach out with more details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Florida state PT license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in inpatient rehabilitation or hospital-based physical therapy preferred.
• Proficiency with documentation systems and completing evaluations, goal writing, discharge planning, and letters of medical necessity preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage individual, concurrent, and group treatment sessions preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with safe patient handling and mobility programs preferred.
• Previous experience precepting students or participating in clinical education preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift pattern: 5x8 (day shift).
• Must adhere to hospital safety and documentation standards.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed for travelers starting your first day.

• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation services focused on safe patient handling, functional recovery, and discharge planning. Complete thorough evaluations, develop and progress individualized treatment plans, document care in compliance with state and federal guidelines, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to remove barriers to discharge. Maintain professional licensure and participate in ongoing professional development and performance improvement activities.

Location Highlights

Lake Worth offers coastal access and nearby natural attractions. The city sits within Palm Beach County and is less than 10 miles from the Atlantic Ocean and Lake Worth Beach. Visitors and residents have access to John D. MacArthur Beach State Park about a 20–30 minute drive and the vibrant downtown Lake Worth Beach arts and entertainment district within a short commute. The area supports coastal and suburban lifestyles with regional transit options to West Palm Beach and cultural events along the waterfront.

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.

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