Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join 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.
• Active Florida state PT license required to start the assignment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Clinical experience in inpatient rehabilitation, acute rehab, or outpatient settings preferred.
• Experience with rehabilitation equipment and documenting in Meditech and/or NetHealth (ReDoc) preferred.
• Experience performing evaluations, follow-up treatments, vestibular and lymphedema treatments preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital (Rehab Department including Inpatient Rehab Facility and Acute Rehab).
• Shift name: Days.
• Shift hours: 0900-1730.
• Patient ratios (typical): Inpatient Rehab 1:4; Acute Rehab 1:12; Outpatient 1:10.
• Documentation systems used: Meditech for IRF/Acute; NetHealth (ReDoc) for Outpatient.
• Unit size and staffing: IRF 35 beds; Acute Rehab up to 488 beds; department staff approximately 80 including PT/OT/ST.
• Dress code: scrubs in gray or black.

Location Highlights

Discover Miami, FL with a mix of coastal and urban lifestyle options. Visit South Beach and the Art Deco Historic District within a 20–30 minute drive from central neighborhoods, offering beachfront recreation and nightlife. Explore Everglades National Park approximately 30–45 minutes west for airboat tours and wildlife viewing. Travel options include Miami International Airport, major interstate access (I-95), and public transit Metrorail and Metrobus service for commuter access. The area supports an active outdoor lifestyle with Biscayne Bay waterfront activities and cultural attractions such as the Pérez Art Museum Miami and Little Havana within short commutes, suitable for clinicians seeking an urban, coastal assignment.

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