Physical Therapist

Lakeland | LKLD 4725 US Hwy. 98 S. Suite 101/102 Lakeland, FL 33812, USA Pay or shift range: $77,000 USD to $100,000 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. Description Locations: Due to our growth, we have Physical Therapist opportunities available across the Tampa Bay Area. Whether your passion is sports medicine, outpatient orthopaedics, or general rehabilitation, FOI has a place for you. Clinic Locations available: Land O'Lakes Lakeland Riverview Brandon South Tampa New Port Richey Cypress Clearwater St. Petersburg Sun City Center Competitive salary: $77,000 – $100,000 annually (based on skills and experience) Realistic scheduling and productivity goals that prioritize quality patient care Career growth opportunities and advancement pathways License renewal reimbursement and CME/CEU support Competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) Generous paid time off, plus 8 paid holidays annually Opportunities to collaborate with leading orthopaedic surgeons, rehab specialists, and multidisciplinary teams A culture of teamwork, education, innovation, and patient-centered excellence Grow your career while helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence. Why Join FOI? At FOI, we empower people to regain their happiness and identity by decreasing pain, restoring motion and strength, and helping them return to the activities and roles that bring them joy and purpose. When you join FOI, you’re not just joining a clinic, you’re becoming part of one of Florida’s largest and most respected orthopaedic groups. With multiple locations across the Tampa Bay area, we provide career opportunities in an environment that values excellence, growth, collaboration, and innovation. We are ready. Are you? What You’ll Do As a Physical Therapist, you’ll play a critical role in outpatient orthopaedic therapy, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and sports medicine care. You’ll evaluate, treat, and guide patients through recovery from injuries, surgeries, and chronic conditions helping them restore function and quality of life. Key responsibilities include: Conducting thorough patient evaluations, assessments, and treatment planning Developing, implementing, and modifying individualized plans of care Providing therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, modalities, and other evidence-based treatments Educating patients and families on diagnosis, rehab process, and home exercise programs Collaborating with physicians, PTAs, athletic trainers, and the broader care team Documenting all evaluations, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries Monitoring and ensuring patient safety during all treatments Supervising and delegating responsibilities to PTAs and therapy support staff Acting as a clinical instructor for PT students as requested Participating in community education, research, and continuous learning opportunities Maintaining compliance with state, federal, and APTA guidelines and FOI policies About You We’re looking for a patient-focused, motivated, and collaborative Physical Therapist who thrives in a dynamic outpatient orthopaedic setting and wants to make a lasting impact in patients’ lives. Required Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT preferred) Current CPR certification Commitment to continuing education and professional growth Strong communication and teamwork skills} #J-18808-Ljbffr Florida-Orthopaedic-Institute