Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $1,318 to $1,518 per week in Bradenton, FL

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 Bradenton, FL. 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.
• Active Florida PT license required to start the assignment.
• Current BLS certification from AHA or ARC.
• Willingness to work on an Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) unit as required by the client.
• Experience in hospital or IRF settings preferred.
• Stroke and neurologic rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Ability to perform evaluations, treatment, discharge planning, family training, and use adaptive devices and equipment.
• Familiarity with Meditech EMR preferred.
• Provider must be willing to adhere to unit policy of working one weekend shift per month.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital (acute care with IRF program).
• Unit: Physical Therapy, Rehab Services.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift Hours: 0800-1630.
• Patient Load: Approximately 4 patients/day on IRF and 8–12 patients/day in acute care.
• Typical equipment available: two therapy gyms, Vector, LiteGait, ADL apartment.
• Staffing: Team includes day-shift PTs; no night-shift PT coverage.

Location Highlights

Bradenton, FL offers coastal recreation and cultural attractions within easy drives. The city is adjacent to the Manatee River and 10–20 minutes from Anna Maria Island beaches, providing waterfront access and coastal lifestyle. Visit historic Riverwalk and downtown Village of the Arts within a short commute, offering galleries, restaurants, and weekly markets. Enjoy outdoor options such as Robinson Preserve and Palma Sola Botanical Park within 15–20 minutes for kayaking, trails, and birding. Tampa and St. Petersburg are approximately 30–45 minutes away, supplying additional museums, professional sports, and a major airport for regional transit.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. Benefits include health coverage options, 401(k) matching availability, recruiter support, referral bonuses, paid housing options, and travel and license reimbursement. Specific benefit eligibility depends on assignment terms.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel PT and gain flexibility and professional growth. Opportunities include travel contracts, temp-to-hire, and direct hire placements. Recruiter support will assist with placement details and licensure guidance.

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.

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