Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling Physical Therapist in Fort Lauderdale, FL where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll 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.
• Experience working in an acute hospital or inpatient rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Current clinical experience with adult neurologic and orthopedic patient populations preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in acute care, inpatient rehab, or ARU environments preferred.
• Prior travel therapy experience preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 0800-1700.
• Shift occurs on daytime schedule.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your responsiveness and commitment to patient care. Benefits begin the first day of assignment.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Work as a travel Physical Therapist and provide evidence-based care in an inpatient hospital setting. Maintain clinical growth through diverse patient caseloads and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve functional outcomes. Contribute to safe transitions of care and documentation that supports quality metrics and patient satisfaction.

Location Highlights

Fort Lauderdale offers coastal lifestyle and urban amenities within easy reach. The beach and Intracoastal Waterway are within the city, with Port Everglades and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport minutes away. Nearby Broward County parks and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park provide waterfront trails and outdoor recreation within a short drive, while Las Olas Boulevard offers dining, galleries, and nightlife in the downtown corridor.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. 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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

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