Physical Therapist (PT) – Outpatient Orthopedics
Gainesville Area | Melrose & Keystone Heights, FL
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | No Weekends
A therapist-owned outpatient orthopedic practice in North Central Florida is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join its growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a PT who values patient-centered care, work-life balance, and practicing in a supportive environment where quality care comes before quotas.
For nearly 40 years, this privately owned practice has built a strong reputation for personalized care, long-term staff retention, and collaborative teamwork across five outpatient clinics serving the Gainesville region and surrounding communities.
Why Therapists Enjoy Working Here
- Therapist-owned private practice
- Monday–Friday schedule — no weekends
- Manageable caseloads focused on quality care
- Supportive, collaborative clinical environment
- Long-term, experienced therapy team
- Mentorship and specialty program exposure
- Strong work-life balance and community culture
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation: $40–$50/hour DOE
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are considered
- $2,500 CEU reimbursement + 7 paid CEU days
- 2–5 weeks PTO based on experience
- 7 paid holidays + sick time
- Medical, dental, vision, and short-term disability benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid company retreats and team events
Schedule
- Monday–Friday
- Standard schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Optional 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM shifts available twice weekly
- No weekends or on-call responsibilities
Patient Population & Caseload
- Outpatient orthopedics
- 10–15 patients/day
- Evaluations adjusted to support quality treatment time
- Diverse orthopedic and functional patient population
Responsibilities
- Perform evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
- Provide high-quality outpatient orthopedic care
- Collaborate with experienced PT, OT, and Speech Therapy teams
- Complete documentation using Clinicient/WebPT
- Participate in professional development and clinical initiatives
Qualifications
- Active Florida Physical Therapist license (or eligibility)
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
- Strong communication and clinical reasoning skills
- New graduates welcome to apply
- Interest in vestibular, pelvic health, aquatics, or specialty programs is a plus
Location
Enjoy small-town living with easy access to Gainesville, Jacksonville, and St. Augustine, and to Florida’s outdoor recreation areas, including lakes, hiking, biking, and water activities year-round.
If you’re looking for a supportive outpatient setting where you can grow professionally while maintaining balance outside of work, we’d love to connect.