Physical Therapist - Skilled

Physical Therapist Opportunity In Winter Park, FloridaThis 13-week opportunity is based in Winter Park, Florida, a highly desirable, vibrant community just minutes from downtown Orlando. Winter Park is known for its tree-lined streets, scenic lakes, and a charming downtown area featuring locally owned restaurants, cafes, and boutique shops. The city is rich in culture, with museums, art festivals, and live performances throughout the year. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby parks, walking paths, and water activities, as well as easy access to the broader Orlando area for theme parks, sports, and entertainment. The location offers a comfortable blend of residential tranquility and urban convenience, making it an appealing place to work and spend your off hours.The position is in a skilled nursing facility environment, providing comprehensive post-acute and long-term care services to adult and geriatric patients. As the Physical Therapist, you will focus on restoring function, improving mobility, and maximizing independence for residents recovering from surgery, illness, injury, or managing chronic conditions. You will work as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary care team that values communication, professional respect, and a patient-centered approach.Typical responsibilities include performing initial and ongoing PT evaluations, developing individualized, evidence-based treatment plans, and delivering interventions such as therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance training, transfer training, and functional mobility practice. You will educate patients, families, and caregivers on safe mobility, home exercise programs, and fall prevention strategies. Documentation will be a key part of the role, requiring accurate, timely notes that support clinical decision-making and meet regulatory and payer requirements. You will participate in care conferences, contribute to discharge planning, and help ensure smooth transitions of care.The schedule is full-time, with 5 eight-hour day shifts each week, totaling approximately 40 hours. This daytime structure supports consistent patient engagement and allows for a predictable work-life rhythm. The SNF caseload will primarily consist of adult and older adult residents with diverse diagnoses, including orthopedic post-operative patients, neurologic conditions, cardiopulmonary disorders, and general debility. Patient ratios are designed to allow you to deliver thorough, quality care while maintaining efficiency in a dynamic setting. This assignment offers the chance to strengthen your skills in geriatric and post-acute rehabilitation, enhance your experience with complex medical cases, and gain valuable resume-building exposure to a structured SNF environment. The team culture focuses on collaborative care, respect for each discipline's expertise, and support for clinicians in delivering best-practice rehabilitation. Winter Park's welcoming atmosphere, combined with its proximity to major attractions and amenities, makes this a professionally rewarding and personally enjoyable PT opportunity.