<p>An acute care Physical Therapist opportunity is open in Atlantis, Florida — a coastal South Florida community in Palm Beach County. This role places a PT directly on an inpatient acute care team, delivering hands-on evaluation, treatment planning, and functional rehabilitation to a medically complex patient population. New graduates are explicitly welcome, making this a strong entry point into hospital-based practice alongside experienced clinicians in a fast-paced clinical environment.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive pay structure commensurate with acute care PT experience</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package included with the position</li> <li>Personalized onboarding designed to support a smooth transition into the acute care setting</li> <li>Dedicated clinical advocacy and consistent communication throughout the assignment</li> <li>Professional growth support with resources tailored to physical therapy practice</li> <li>Work-life balance emphasis built into the engagement model</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Inpatient acute care setting requiring evaluation and treatment of medically complex, post-surgical, and high-acuity patients</li> <li>Daytime shift schedule — no evening or overnight coverage required</li> <li>Team-oriented clinical environment with collaborative interdisciplinary care delivery</li> <li>Full spectrum of acute care PT responsibilities: clinical assessment, individualized treatment planning, and functional goal-setting</li> <li>Fast-paced floor environment that builds clinical adaptability and breadth of exposure</li> <li>Open to new graduates — structured support available for clinicians transitioning directly from PT programs</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Valid, current Physical Therapist license issued by the State of Florida (required at time of start)</li> <li>BLS certification from the American Heart Association (required)</li> <li>Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy meeting Florida state requirements</li> <li>Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills appropriate to an acute care caseload</li> <li>Prior acute care experience preferred but not required — new graduates encouraged to apply</li> <li>Must pass a Florida state-mandated criminal background check</li> <li>Availability for daytime shifts</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Atlantis is a small, affluent city nestled within Palm Beach County on Florida's southeastern coast, offering immediate access to the beaches, dining, and cultural amenities of the greater West Palm Beach metro area. The region enjoys year-round warm weather, a low state income tax environment, and proximity to both Miami and Fort Lauderdale — making it an attractive destination for clinicians who want coastal Florida living without the density of a major urban core. Outdoor recreation, boating, and a vibrant arts and restaurant scene are all within easy reach.</p>