Physical Therapist

HiredFirst; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The hospital in Gainesville seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to assess patient abilities, develop personalized plans with physicians, and deliver evidence-based interventions to restore movement and reduce pain. You will document outcomes and educate patients and families on exercises and safety.

The role emphasizes cross-disciplinary collaboration and opportunities to mentor therapy assistants or students within a dynamic inpatient team.

Qualifications

• Evaluate patient abilities and develop personalized treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and the care team.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to restore movement and reduce pain.
• Monitor progress and refine therapy plans as patients advance through recovery.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on exercise programs, adaptive techniques, and safe practices.
• Cross-disciplinary collaboration to ensure cohesive care and smooth transitions.
• Mentor therapy assistants or students when opportunities arise.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient abilities and develop personalized treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to restore movement and reduce pain.
• Monitor progress and adjust therapy plans as needed.
• Document outcomes accurately and timely.
• Educate patients and families on exercises and safety practices.
• Collaborate across disciplines to ensure smooth transitions in recovery.
• Mentor therapy assistants or students when opportunities arise.

Skills

Patient evaluation

Treatment planning

Documentation

Education and counseling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Mentoring/teaching

Education

State Licensed Physical Therapist

Vocational School Graduate

Job description

A Physical Therapist a new 90-bed acute care facility with a 30-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit, opening Spring 2026. The hospital will offer comprehensive emergency services and advanced surgical care to the Gainesville community.

The role.

In this position, you will evaluate patient abilities and develop personalized treatment plans in close collaboration with physicians and the broader care team. Day-to-day work centers on delivering evidence-based interventions to restore movement, reduce pain, and enhance quality of life, while monitoring progress and refining therapy plans as patients advance through recovery. You will maintain accurate, timely documentation of outcomes and educate patients and families on exercise programs, adaptive techniques, and safe practices that promote independence. Cross-disciplinary collaboration is central to the role, ensuring cohesive care and smooth transitions throughout each patient's recovery journey, with additional opportunities to mentor therapy assistants or students.

What we're looking for.

• State Licensed Physical Therapist Required
• Vocational School Graduate Required
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• 1+ years of Physical Therapist experience preferred; open to new graduates

Schedule.

Days with rotating weekends, core hours 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with schedules typically staggered based on hospital needs.