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TRAVEL - PT - PHYSICAL THERAPY

Equiliem
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401(k)
United States, Florida, Port Charlotte
Oct 24, 2026
Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and patient-focused Physical Therapist (PT) to join our multidisciplinary rehabilitation team. This role provides therapy services across both a 28-bed Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) and a 383-bed acute care hospital with an average daily census of 240 patients. The Physical Therapist will evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, function, and quality of life while collaborating closely with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, patients, and families.


Unit Overview

  • Facility: 28-bed Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) and 383-bed Acute Care Hospital
  • Average Hospital Census: 240 patients
  • Therapy Staff: 17 Physical Therapists (Full-Time and PRN)
  • Patient Ratios:

    • IRF: Approximately 4 patients per day
    • Acute Care: Approximately 8-12 patients per day


  • Equipment Available:

    • Two Therapy Gyms
    • Vector Gait and Balance System
    • LiteGait System
    • ADL Apartment


  • EMR: Meditech


Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
  • Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions to restore function and mobility.
  • Complete patient reassessments and discharge planning.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences.
  • Provide patient and family education and training.
  • Recommend and train patients in the use of adaptive devices, assistive technology, and mobility equipment.
  • Accurately document evaluations, treatments, and patient progress in Meditech.
  • Collaborate with rehabilitation, nursing, and medical teams to optimize patient outcomes.


Required Qualifications

Candidates without these qualifications will not be considered:



  • Current Physical Therapist license in the applicable state.
  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
  • Willingness to work on the Inpatient Rehabilitation (IRF) unit.
  • Strong critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous hospital and/or inpatient rehabilitation experience.
  • Stroke and neurological rehabilitation experience.
  • Experience working with medically complex patients.
  • Familiarity with Meditech EMR.


About Equiliem

Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.

Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.

For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:



  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision & Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Discounts & Rewards
  • Payroll Payment Options


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