<p>A hospital-based rehabilitation team in Pensacola, Florida is recruiting a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver skilled inpatient and interdisciplinary therapy services across a broad patient population. The position is open to both experienced clinicians and new graduates, offering a structured, collaborative environment with competitive hourly compensation ranging from $39.95 to $54.10 per hour based on experience. Pensacola's Gulf Coast lifestyle, low cost of living, and year-round outdoor recreation make this a compelling destination for clinicians at any career stage.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly compensation of $39.95–$54.10, scaled to years of experience</li> <li>Medical, dental, and vision coverage; prescription drug and behavioral health coverage; telemedicine services</li> <li>Life and disability coverage; supplemental health plans; flexible spending accounts</li> <li>401(k) with employer match and employee stock purchase options</li> <li>Education assistance covering tuition, student loan repayment, certification costs, and scholarships</li> <li>Paid time off and paid family leave</li> <li>Fertility, family-building, and adoption support</li> <li>Employee assistance program, wellness resources, and consumer discount and colleague recognition programs</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Hospital-based rehabilitation role with exposure to a broad, diverse patient population across the continuum of care</li> <li>Collaborative interdisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, case management, and fellow therapists</li> <li>Full scope of PT practice: evaluation, individualized treatment plan development, skilled therapeutic intervention, and ongoing progress monitoring</li> <li>Patient and family education responsibilities encompassing home exercise programs, safety training, adaptive equipment use, and caregiver instruction</li> <li>Daily caseload prioritization and coordination of patient handoffs as part of standard workflow</li> <li>Accurate, timely documentation maintained in compliance with clinical and regulatory standards</li> <li>Welcoming environment for new graduates with mentorship and career growth potential built into the team structure</li> <li>Prior experience in acute care, inpatient rehab, or outpatient therapy is valued but not required</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required (advanced degree welcome)</li> <li>Active Florida Physical Therapist license or eligibility to obtain Florida licensure required</li> <li>Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS/BCLS) certification required within 30 days of start date</li> <li>New graduates actively encouraged to apply; no minimum years of experience required</li> <li>Strong communication, time management, and clinical decision-making skills expected</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Pensacola sits on Florida's northwestern Gulf Coast, consistently recognized for its white-sand beaches, warm climate, and relaxed pace of life — a setting that draws clinicians seeking an exceptional quality of life alongside a meaningful clinical role. The metro area offers a low cost of living relative to other Florida markets, highly regarded public and private schools, and a vibrant arts and dining scene rooted in the city's rich Spanish colonial history. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy year-round access to Gulf Islands National Seashore, Pensacola Bay, and some of the most celebrated beaches in the Southeast, while proximity to Mobile, Alabama and the broader Gulf Coast region adds regional connectivity.</p>