Physical Therapist

Ascension; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Pet insurance (optional)

Job summary

Ascension Sacred Heart Gulf in Port St. Joe, FL, is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist to design recovery pathways and deliver evidence-based interventions. The role emphasizes leadership of a clinical team, comprehensive assessments, and strong documentation for smooth transitions.

Minimum requirements include Florida PT licensure, BLS within 30 days, and a Bachelor's degree with advanced degrees preferred. Competitive benefits and a $10,000 sign-on bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer date.
• Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice licensure required prior to hire/transfer.
• Bachelor's degree required; master's/doctorate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design personalized recovery paths by conducting initial and ongoing assessments.
• Deliver high-quality therapeutic interventions to restore mobility and reduce pain.
• Collaborate on holistic care plans with patients and families for transparent recovery roadmaps.
• Lead and mentor a clinical team, overseeing therapy staff and students.
• Document care journeys to ensure accurate records and high-quality transitions.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Therapeutic interventions

Team mentorship

Patient advocacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's or Doctorate preferred

BLS Provider certification

Florida PT license

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Port St. Joe, FL
• Facility : Ascension Sacred Heart Gulf
• Department: Rehab Services General OP
• Schedule: Day shift l Full-time
• Sign-on bonus: $10,000.00

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How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Design personalized recovery paths by conducting comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments to deeply understand each patientâs unique clinical needs and personal goals.
• Deliver high-quality therapeutic interventions using evidence-based techniques to restore mobility, alleviate pain, and improve the overall quality of life for those in your care.
• Collaborate on holistic care plans that involve patients and their families, ensuring the roadmap to recovery is transparent, achievable, and evolves with the patientâs progress.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing clinical team by overseeing therapy assistants and students, fostering a culture of continuous learning and clinical excellence.
• Champion patient advocacy by documenting every step of the care journey, ensuring that accurate records translate into seamless, high-quality transitions and long-term health outcomes.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Physical Therapy (PT) credentialed from the Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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