Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,085 to $2,285 per week in Gainesville, FL

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a skilled nursing facility in Gainesville, 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 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 Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility is preferred. This includes familiarity with restorative nursing programs, FIM/Section GG documentation, and Medicare/Medicaid documentation standards.
• Experience treating geriatric populations and managing medically complex patients preferred.
• Ability to use common therapy equipment found in SNFs, including Hoyer lifts, tilt tables, gait trainers, and adaptive seating systems, preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift name: Days.
• Shift details: 5 days per week.
• Candidate may be required to float to other nearby facilities as needed.

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 Harn Museum of Art, approximately 5 to 10 minutes from downtown. Gainesville is within 45 minutes to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park and about 1 hour to Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park, offering hiking, wildlife viewing, and scenic overlooks. The city features multiple parks and bike-friendly routes, a regional airport with regional connections, and a vibrant downtown with restaurants, music venues, and college-town activities, suitable for both urban and active lifestyles.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefits include full medical options and a 401(k) matching plan, 24/7 recruiter support, competitive referral bonuses, travel and license reimbursement, and 100% paid housing availability.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel PT and receive full-time assignment opportunities, benefits, and relocation support. Choose from contract types including direct hire and travel assignments. A career app is available to help manage placements and communication with your recruiter.

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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