Physical Therapist (PT) - Outpatient Orthopedics

Physical Therapist (PT) – Outpatient Orthopedics

Gainesville Area | Melrose & Keystone Heights, FL

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | No Weekends

A therapist-owned outpatient orthopedic practice in North Central Florida is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join its growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a PT who values patient-centered care, work-life balance, and practicing in a supportive environment where quality care comes before quotas.

For nearly 40 years, this privately owned practice has built a strong reputation for personalized care, long-term staff retention, and collaborative teamwork across five outpatient clinics serving the Gainesville region and surrounding communities.

Why Therapists Enjoy Working Here

• Therapist-owned private practice
• Monday–Friday schedule — no weekends
• Manageable caseloads focused on quality care
• Supportive, collaborative clinical environment
• Long-term, experienced therapy team
• Mentorship and specialty program exposure
• Strong work-life balance and community culture

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $40–$50/hour DOE
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are considered
• $2,500 CEU reimbursement + 7 paid CEU days
• 2–5 weeks PTO based on experience
• 7 paid holidays + sick time
• Medical, dental, vision, and short-term disability benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid company retreats and team events

Schedule

• Monday–Friday
• Standard schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Optional 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM shifts available twice weekly
• No weekends or on-call responsibilities

Patient Population & Caseload

• Outpatient orthopedics
• 10–15 patients/day
• Evaluations adjusted to support quality treatment time
• Diverse orthopedic and functional patient population

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide high-quality outpatient orthopedic care
• Collaborate with experienced PT, OT, and Speech Therapy teams
• Complete documentation using Clinicient/WebPT
• Participate in professional development and clinical initiatives

Qualifications

• Active Florida Physical Therapist license (or eligibility)
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Strong communication and clinical reasoning skills
• New graduates welcome to apply
• Interest in vestibular, pelvic health, aquatics, or specialty programs is a plus

Enjoy small-town living with easy access to Gainesville, Jacksonville, and St. Augustine, and to Florida's outdoor recreation areas, including lakes, hiking, biking, and water activities year-round.

If you're looking for a supportive outpatient setting where you can grow professionally while maintaining balance outside of work, we'd love to connect.