Physical Therapist Full Time

Bradenton Rehabilitation Hospital; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage scale

Health & wellness package

401k plan

Career progression opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Bradenton Rehabilitation Hospital is opening March 2026 and seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in a new 60-bed facility. The role emphasizes independence in assessment, plan development, and delivery of rehab services using advanced therapies and modalities.

Ideal candidates hold state PT licensure, BLS, and prior inpatient rehab experience. Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills are essential to succeed in this collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• BLS certification from AHA or Red Cross (online not allowed).
• Inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and determine treatment strategies for acute or prolonged dysfunction.
• Deliver or delegate services to maximize functional independence.
• Use evidence-based interventions including exercises and modalities.
• Document assessments and progress with strong communication to care team.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Education

Physical Therapist licensure

Job description

Bradenton Rehabilitation Hospital is opening March 2026! Join our team to work in a beautiful new hospital with 60 private patient rooms and 2 rehab therapy gyms with cutting-edge technology.

Position Summary

Independently evaluates, determines treatment strategies, delivers and/or delegates services that identify, prevent, remediate, and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain, with emphasis on physical dysfunction. This role encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of patients, and therapeutic application of physical and chemical agents, exercise and other procedures to maximize the patient's functional independence. Evaluation involves strength, motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain, balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function, endurance, gait and functional abilities in activities of daily living. Pay: Rate of pay is based on years of experience and qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure as an Physical Therapist
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained from the American Heart Association and/or American Red Cross. Online certification is not acceptable.

Desired Qualifications

• Inpatient rehabilitation experience

Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Detail-oriented, able to meet strict time frames

Join our team and you will experience a total rewards package to support your health, life, career and retirement including

• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities to progress in function, skill, and pay
• A competitive wage scale
• A comprehensive health and wellness package including medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

We offer a benefits package that will best suit your family’s needs. You can choose from a variety of medical coverage plans that best fit your lifestyle. You also have the option to enroll in additional perks such as 401k, life insurance, and disability plans.

Bradenton Rehabilitation Hospital is an EEO employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled