Good Samaritan Medical Center, a 333-bed acute care hospital in West Palm Beach, Florida, is recruiting a licensed Physical Therapist for a PRN (per diem) position on the day shift. Part of the Palm Beach Health Network with more than 100 years of service to Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast, this facility combines advanced surgical robotics, an accredited cancer program, and a high-acuity patient population — offering a clinically rich environment for a therapist who wants meaningful, varied caseload without a fixed full-time commitment.
Perks and Benefits
- PRN / per diem engagement with day-shift scheduling
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (eligibility based on employment status)
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Continuing education and career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- 333-bed acute care hospital serving Palm Beach County and the broader Treasure Coast region
- Member of the Palm Beach Health Network — a multi-facility system with over a century of regional presence
- Advanced robotic surgery program featuring the MAKO robotic system and the da Vinci surgical platform, supporting robust general surgery and orthopedic procedures — generating a diverse post-surgical rehabilitation caseload
- Commission on Cancer-accredited Cancer Center anchored by a state-of-the-art Breast Center, contributing oncology rehabilitation volume
- Full-spectrum acute care services including emergency medicine, creating broad inpatient therapy referral pathways
- Responsibilities include functional evaluation, individualized treatment plan development, direct patient care, clinical documentation, and supervision and orientation of new staff, support personnel, and students
- Day-shift coverage model with per diem flexibility
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required (advanced degree welcome)
- Active Florida Physical Therapy license issued by the Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance, or eligibility to obtain
- Current BLS certification required
- New graduates considered; one or more years of clinical experience preferred
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate functional status, develop and implement individualized therapeutic programs, and maintain clinical documentation
- Comfort supervising and orienting support personnel and students in an acute care setting
About the Community
West Palm Beach sits on Florida's southeastern Atlantic coast, offering year-round warm weather, miles of beaches, and a vibrant arts and dining scene anchored by Clematis Street and the Northwood Village arts district. The city provides access to top-rated public and private schools, a relatively affordable cost of living compared to Miami, and proximity to the natural beauty of the Everglades and Lake Okeechobee. For clinicians seeking a sun-belt lifestyle with genuine urban amenities and easy access to both Miami and Orlando, West Palm Beach delivers on all fronts.