Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $1,596 to $1,796 per week in Apollo Beach, FL

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Apollo Beach, FL where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a coastal Florida community. 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 the APTA.
• Active Florida physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Outpatient clinic experience required. Experience evaluating and developing treatment plans, documenting timely medical records, and writing functional goals is required.
• Experience supervising or delegating to therapy assistants or students preferred.
• Familiarity with safe patient handling, infection control, and clinic safety protocols required.
• Adherence to state practice act and maintenance of professional licensure and required continuing education.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Outpatient clinic.
• Shift pattern: 5x8, Monday through Friday.
• Assignment duration: 13 weeks.
• Patient population: Outpatient orthopedic and general rehabilitation caseload.
• Clinical responsibilities: Evaluate patients, develop and implement treatment plans, document in accordance with clinic policy and payer requirements, and provide patient and family education.
• May be required to float to other clinic locations as needed.

Location Highlights.

Explore coastal and regional attractions near Apollo Beach. Apollo Beach sits on Tampa Bay and offers proximity to the scenic Sunshine Skyway Bridge and a 20–30 minute drive to downtown Tampa. The area is within 45 minutes of Fort De Soto Park and its beaches, and it is about a 30–40 minute drive to Hillsborough River State Park for kayaking and hiking. The community supports a coastal, suburban lifestyle with waterfront parks, marinas, and easy access to cultural attractions such as the Tampa Riverwalk and the historic Ybor City district. Public transit options include regional bus service to Tampa and nearby commuter routes for access to larger medical centers and entertainment districts.

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