Physical Therapist - PT
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.
Physical therapist jobs and requirements in Florida · Every state's rule
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About the job
Physical Therapist - Fulltime
Monday to Friday 9AM to 5PM
Full Benefits
Hiring Immediately
Comps- $85k- $90k/yr based on experience
Must be willing to travel to Wauchula and Sarasota locationsAre you a physical therapist looking for rewarding work in an organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of others? Bring your commitment and clinical skills to a team-based workplace that puts people first.
Provide medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries, deconditioning, or muscle, nerve, joint, and bone diseases to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability.
Evaluate program participants through appropriate evaluation procedures and develop written treatment programs for each participant.
Administer appropriate treatment programs and communicate program participant needs to appropriate staff.
Provide needed re-evaluation and programmatic changes as necessary.
Maintain timely and appropriate administrative and department documentation.
Ensure adherence to accreditation standards, licensure standards, professional code of ethics, and confidentiality.
Attend programmatic meetings as requested for team reports, policy setting, and exchange of information; attend other appropriate meetings/conferences as needed.
Attend clinical meetings to exchange, discuss, and evaluate program participant treatment programs.
Serve on rehabilitation treatment team(s), communicating with physicians, staff, professionals/paraprofessionals, consultants, families, and community resources as needed to ensure effectiveness of physical therapy program.
Plan and implement in-service programs for staff and other groups as requested/assigned by supervisor.
Participate in orientation programs for new staff, program participants, and PT/PTA students.
Write service summaries as requested by Case Manager/Program Director and maintain daily billing summaries.
Supervise PTAs and interns as required.
Qualifications
Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy.
One year of experience preferred.
State licensure in physical therapy.
Self-motivated and detail-oriented with ability to multi-task.
Exceptional communication skills with an ability to establish trust and rapport quickly.
Commitment to a multidisciplinary team approach.
Why Join Us?
Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of co-workers.
Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.
Employee Referral Program bonus opportunities for eligible roles
We have meaningful work for you – come join our team – Apply Today!
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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined on a case by case basis via the interactive process.
From Sevita's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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