Physical Therapist, Part-Time Weekends, Acute Care Rehab, Baptist South
- Sign-on bonus up to $2,500
- Weekends
- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist jobs in Florida post a median of $52 an hour, the middle half $48–$59.71, across 97 jobs that state their pay. Physical therapists employed in Florida earn a median of $48.58 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
About the job
About Baptist Health
Recognized as a top place to work in health care, Baptist Health cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as “most preferred” for more than 30 years. We’re Jacksonville's only locally governed, faith-based, not-for-profit health system and provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals. Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital.
*Up to $2,500 Sign-On Bonus*
We’re hiring a Physical Therapist for our Acute Care Rehab Department in Jacksonville, Florida. This is a Part-Time Days position located at Baptist South.
We are looking for a Physical Therapist to join our Rehab Team at Baptist South. This position requires a candidate with at least 1 year of recent experience working in an acute care setting, and experience in ortho and neuro care. This is a Part-Time opportunity working Day Shift, 24 hours per week (3 8-hour shifts). The expected shift schedule is expected to include regular Friday shift coverage and Saturday coverage every other week .
Alternating Day shift schedule
Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday
Week 2: Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
Physical Therapist, Acute Care, Job Responsibilities
- Evaluates, plans, directs and administers physical therapy treatment to patients.
- Provides patient care to help improve or restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability.
- Oversees support staff. Participates in departmental operations and in performance improvement activities.
- Responsible for remaining within budget guidelines.
- Participates in mandatory education and licensure requirements.
Experience Requirements
- 1 or more years of Physical Therapy Experience
- Experience with Surgical Patient Care
- Orthopedics
- Experience in Neuro
- Experience working in an Acute Care setting
Education & Credential Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Physical Therapy Required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association Required
- Licensed Physical Therapist from FL Department of Health Required*
Baptist Jacksonville is a Magnet™ designated hospital, the gold standard for excellence in patient care. We serve families throughout the area with high-quality, comprehensive care for every stage of life.
Baptist South is serving the rapidly growing neighborhoods in southern Duval and northern St. Johns counties. The hospital blends resort-like amenities with the most advanced medical care, providing for the physical, spiritual, and emotional needs of patients and their families.
At Baptist Health, we provide an exceptional employment experience where team members can bring their authentic selves and belong to a larger purpose together. By fostering connections with our team members and our community, we offer a fulfilling and personal career.
When you join Baptist, it’s more than just a job. You will find a profound sense of purpose and belonging as you embark on a career that truly changes lives. Baptist provides the support and resources you need to build the career you want as you contribute to the greater good.
If you are interested in this Part-Time Physical Therapist, Acute Care Rehab opportunity at Baptist Medical Center South, please apply now or email Hunter at hunter.moore@bmcjax.com!
Primary Location:
South - MOB I - 14546 14546 Old St Augustine Rd Jacksonville, FL 32258 United States of America
From Baptist Health (Jacksonville)'s job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Baptist Health (Jacksonville)
Faith-based, not-for-profit health system founded in 1955 with six hospitals, ten emergency centers and more than 200 (source: Baptist Health, About Us, opens in a new tab) points of outpatient care in Northeast Florida. Source: Baptist Health, About Us
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