Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Port Saint Lucie, FL
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How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist jobs in Florida post a median of $52.50 an hour, the middle half $47.99–$59.31, across 180 jobs that state their pay. Physical therapists employed in Florida earn a median of $48.58 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Licensed in another state?
Florida is not issuing PT Compact privileges, so a physical therapist or PT assistant licensed in another state needs a Florida license for this job. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a Florida license, apply to the Florida Board of Physical Therapy (Florida Department of Health) for a license by endorsement ($180, by its own page): what Florida asks. Every state's PT Compact status.
What Florida requires of a physical therapist
Physical Therapist license, from the Florida Board of Physical Therapy (Florida Department of Health).
- Under MOBILE endorsement an applicant needs an active, unencumbered license in another state, a passing national examination score, at least two years of active practice in the four years before applying, no unremoved National Practitioner Data Bank reports and no discipline in the previous five years or pending; the applicant applies online, has every state where a license was held send a license verification, has FSBPT transfer the NPTE score report and submits Livescan fingerprints.
- Staying active: Licenses renew every two years (current licenses expire November 30, 2027) with 24 contact hours of continuing education per biennium, including 2 hours on prevention of medical errors and 1 hour on HIV/AIDS for the first renewal, with no more than 12 hours by home study.
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About the job
About Discovery at Home
Discovery at Home is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, a recognized industry leader for performance, innovation and lifestyle customization that today, ranks among the 2 largest U.S. senior living operators. Established in 2012 with the creation of a Medicare-certified agency in Southwest Florida, Discovery at Home has grown steadily over the years, expanding its operations by starting and acquiring agencies in Tampa, Florida; Plano, Texas; Houston, Texas; and West Palm Beach, Florida. While DAH primarily serves residents living in communities managed by the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, its services extend beyond these communities. Today, the organization offers a comprehensive range of care, including Part A services, Part B services, and Private Duty services.
Location : Aviva Independent Living - Port Saint Lucie, FL
Responsibilities
- Provides initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of the client’s needs, including Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) assessments.
- Establishes a treatment plan in consultation with the physician and revises it with the approval of the physician as necessary.
- Treats clients to relieve pain, develop or restore functional and maintain maximum performance, using physical means, such as exercise, massage, heat, water, light and electricity.
- Teaches, supervises, and counsels the family and client in the physical therapy program.
- Instructs client in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes and prosthetic and orthotic devices.
- Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and paraprofessionals at least once monthly.
- Participates in case conferences, physical therapy staff meetings, agency activities and in-service programs as necessary.
- Completes and submits OASIS assessments, reassessments, transfers, resumptions of care, discharges, visit notes and significant change in condition in accordance with agency defined time frames.
Qualifications
- Must be a graduate of a Physical Therapy school approved by the Council of Medical Education of the A.M.A. in collaboration with the American Physical Therapy Association.
- Must be licensed or registered by the applicable State without restrictions.
- Must have knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid guidelines
- Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Must have a current CPR certification.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skill proficiency. Ability to use Microsoft Windows.
Background Screening Requirement: Employment in Florida is contingent upon completion of a Level 2 background screening in accordance with Florida AHCA requirements. Applicants will be required to complete fingerprinting and background screening through the AHCA Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Benefits
In addition to a rewarding career and supportive work environment, Discovery at Home offers a comprehensive benefit package.
All team members are eligible for
- Competitive salary and hourly rates
- Company paid life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mileage reimbursement
- 401k Savings plan with employer matching contribution
- Flexible scheduling
- Free CEUs
Full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off and paid holidays.
Thank you for your interest in Discovery at Home careers. If you have any questions about the position you are applying for, please contact the community directly.
From Discovery At Home's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Discovery At Home
Discovery At Home is a Medicare-certified home health agency in Fort Myers, FL providing nursing, therapy and home health aide care at home. Its job board posts jobs for therapists, nurses and caregivers. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Discovery At Home
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