Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a travel Physical Therapist opportunity in Keystone Heights, FL at an outpatient orthopedic clinic where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in North Central Florida. 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 approved by the APTA.
• Active Florida Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in outpatient orthopedic settings preferred.
• Familiarity with Clinicient / WebPT EMR preferred.
• Comfort working in clinics with multiple therapists and with dedicated support staff for patient setup and check-in.
• Provide an updated resume to submit for consideration.
• Preferred: prior experience managing caseloads averaging 10–12 patients per day and conducting 1-hour evaluations.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient orthopedic clinic.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Typical caseload: PT averages 10–12 patients per day; OT averages 8–10 patients per day.
• Evaluation length: 1-hour initial evaluations.
• Clinic staffing: four therapists per clinic with a full-time technician to handle setup and check-ins.
• EMR: Clinicient / WebPT.

Location Highlights

Keystone Heights offers easy access to lakes and outdoor recreation near Gainesville. The area is within driving distance of Lake Brooklyn and Lake Geneva, with multiple public boat ramps and fishing spots available within 10–20 minutes. The city is about 30–40 minutes north of Gainesville, providing access to cultural venues such as the Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts and the University of Florida campus. Nature options include nearby state forests and parks like Gold Head Branch State Park, approximately 15–25 minutes away, offering hiking, equestrian trails, and camping. The community suits clinicians seeking a suburban, lakefront lifestyle with short commutes to an urban center for dining, entertainment, and medical resources.

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