<p>A Physical Therapist is needed for an acute care hospital position in Gainesville, FL — a university city with a strong clinical culture and year-round quality of life. This role centers on inpatient rehabilitation, with a focus on restoring mobility and supporting recovery across a medically complex patient population. New graduates are explicitly welcome, making this an equally strong fit for an early-career clinician seeking acute care exposure or an experienced PT ready to step into a high-acuity environment.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive, negotiable pay rate commensurate with experience</li> <li>Potential sign-on bonus available</li> <li>8–10 hour shift structure offering schedule predictability</li> <li>New graduates encouraged to apply — supportive onboarding environment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Acute care / hospital-based setting delivering inpatient physical therapy services</li> <li>Patient focus on mobility restoration, functional recovery, and comprehensive rehabilitation</li> <li>Evidence-based therapy model with emphasis on measurable patient outcomes</li> <li>Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment integrating PT with broader healthcare professionals</li> <li>8–10 hour shifts with consistent daily structure</li> <li>EMR-based documentation environment; familiarity with electronic medical records systems is advantageous</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid Florida Physical Therapist license required (or eligibility to obtain)</li> <li>BLS certification from the American Heart Association required</li> <li>Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting required; new graduates also encouraged to apply</li> <li>Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program</li> <li>Prior acute care or hospital-based therapy experience preferred</li> <li>Additional specialty certifications in physical therapy are a plus</li> <li>Must pass a state-mandated criminal background check</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Gainesville is home to the University of Florida and UF Health, giving the city a distinctly academic and research-forward character uncommon in communities of its size. The cost of living is low relative to Florida's coastal markets, and the area offers a vibrant arts and dining scene, extensive trail systems, and proximity to both Gulf and Atlantic beaches within a two-hour drive. Clinicians who value intellectual energy, outdoor recreation, and a genuine college-town atmosphere consistently find Gainesville an easy place to put down roots.</p>