Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling Physical Therapist in Pensacola, FL, supporting an acute care and comprehensive rehabilitation campus that serves cardiology, oncology, neurology, orthopedics, emergency care, behavioral health, obstetrics, and rehabilitative medicine. This opportunity places you in a facility with private rooms, advanced stroke and cardiac services, and a CARF-accredited rehabilitation hospital. Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter wholl reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelors, Masters, 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 acute care or inpatient rehabilitation preferred.
Ability to work with patients across a broad acuity range, including post-operative, stroke, and cardiopulmonary populations preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior travel therapy experience preferred.
Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems preferred.
CARF or acute care rehabilitation exposure preferred.

Assignment Details

Shift hours: 08:00 AM – 04:30 PM.
Shift name: Days.
Facility requires work across acute care and inpatient rehabilitation settings.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits beginning on assignment start date.
401(k) matching plan.
24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
Referral bonus opportunities.
100% paid housing available.
Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide direct patient care in acute and rehabilitation settings. Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions to support recovery from injury, surgery, stroke, and cardiopulmonary conditions. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to achieve safe discharges and improved functional outcomes.

Location Highlights

Pensacola offers coastal access and cultural amenities within short drives.

Visit Gulf Islands National Seashore beaches and reach downtown Pensacola’s Historic Seville District in under 15 minutes. Enjoy waterfront recreation on Pensacola Bay, with the National Naval Aviation Museum located approximately a 10–15 minute drive from central areas. Local lifestyle supports coastal and recreational interests, including boating, fishing, and nearby state parks with accessible trails and waterfront views.

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