A leading healthcare organization in Sanford, Florida is recruiting a full-time Physical Therapist to join a hospital-based therapy team serving a broad, complex patient population across the continuum of care. The position carries a $10,000 sign-on bonus and is explicitly open to new graduates, making it one of the stronger entry points into hospital-based PT in the greater Orlando metro. Experienced therapists will find clinical variety, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a comprehensive total rewards package that supports long-term career growth.
Perks and Benefits
- $10,000 sign-on bonus
- Competitive hourly pay scaled to experience, plus weekend shift differential
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage; prescription drug and behavioral health coverage; telemedicine services
- 401(k) with employer match and employee stock purchase options
- Tuition assistance, student loan support, and professional certification support
- Paid time off and leave benefits; life and disability coverage; flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance and counseling resources; family support benefits covering fertility, adoption, child care, elder care, and pet care
- Employee recognition programs and additional voluntary benefit options
Practice Highlights
- Hospital-based setting with broad clinical variety across the full continuum of care
- Complex, interdisciplinary patient caseload spanning physical, functional, and rehabilitative needs
- Collaborative care team including physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals working in close coordination
- Structured mentorship environment well-suited for new graduates building hospital-based clinical skills
- Full-time schedule with weekend shift coverage supported by a differential pay structure
- Emphasis on patient-centered outcomes: mobility, functional independence, and quality of life
- Documentation and care coordination aligned with professional and regulatory standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required (advanced degree welcome)
- Active Physical Therapist license required — Florida licensure or eligibility to obtain
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of start date
- New graduates encouraged to apply; experienced PTs seeking clinical variety and stability equally welcome
- Strong communication, documentation, and patient-care skills across a diverse caseload
About the Community
Sanford sits on the southern shore of Lake Monroe in Seminole County, roughly 25 miles north of downtown Orlando — close enough to access a major metro's amenities, airports, and cultural offerings while enjoying a smaller-city pace and lower cost of living. The area offers year-round outdoor recreation on the St. Johns River and surrounding lakes, a revitalized historic downtown with dining and arts, and access to top-rated Seminole County schools. Central Florida's theme parks, beaches on both coasts, and a warm climate year-round make this a genuinely attractive destination for clinicians relocating from colder markets.