Location: Outpatient Rehab at Riverwalk - 8350 Riverwalk Park Blvd Suites 2 and 3 Fort Myers FL 33919

Department: Rehab Svcs Pediatric Orthopedic

Work Type: Full Time

Clinic Hours: Monday - Friday ; 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Hiring Range: $76,024.00 - $123,468.80 annually

What We Offer You:

Because the work you do matters, we make sure that you are supported- both personally and professionally. We provide:

• Up to $22,000 in Hiring Incentives (if eligible)
• Exceptional Benefits - medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Well-Being Support - holistic health resources and mental wellness programs
• Professional Development - Annual CEU reimbursement, free MedBridge subscription, and career advancement pathways
• Retirement Match up to 5%
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Generous Paid Time Off and flexible scheduling options
• Unique Program Opportunities - including our Orthopedic Residency Program and New Graduate Rotation Program
• Expense-paid on-site interviews for eligible candidates

About This Position:

As a Physical Therapist in our outpatient clinics, you will have the time and resources to provide one-on-one care with 45-minute treatment sessions, ensuring high-quality interactions and better patient outcomes. With a maximum of 10 patients per day, you'll have the opportunity to focus on delivering personalized care without the burden of overwhelming caseloads. We also offer flexible scheduling options, including weekends and holidays off, to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

As a Physical Therapist, you will be responsible for examining, evaluating and testing individuals with mechanical, physiological and developmental impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities or other health and movement-related conditions in order to determine a diagnosis, prognosis and plan of treatment intervention, and assess the ongoing effects of intervention. The PT is also responsible for alleviating impairments, functional limitations and disabilities by designing, implementing and modifying treatment interventions. Additional responsibilities include reducing the risk of injury, impairment, functional limitation and disability, as well as, the promotion and maintenance of fitness, health and wellness in populations of all ages. The PT is engaged in administration, consultation, education and research. The PT is expected to conduct themselves in an effective professional behavior manner. The attributes, characteristics or behaviors required for success in this job include: critical thinking, communication, problem solving, interpersonal skills, responsibility, professionalism, use of constructive feedback, effective use of time and resources, stress management, and commitment to learning.

About our Rehabilitation Team:

Our Rehabilitation Services team is one of the largest and most dynamic in the region. With over 700 skilled professionals dedicated to helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence through comprehensive, compassionate care. Our licensed physical, occupational, and speech therapists work closely with medical teams to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. Beyond core therapy services, we offer a variety of specialty programs including neurological rehabilitation, vestibular and balance therapy, lymphedema management, pelvic health therapy, and oncology rehabilitation. With services spanning acute care, skilled nursing, home health, and outpatient settings, our team delivers exceptional, evidence-based care that restores function and enhances quality of life.

What This Position Requires:

Educational Requirements: Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctor of Physical Therapy required

Experience Requirements: None

State of Florida Licensure Requirements: Physical Therapy License required

Certifications/Registration Requirements: None

Frequently Asked Questions:

• What makes this role different? You'll have the opportunity to provide individualized, one-on-one care in a supportive pediatric outpatient environment with 30-45 minute treatment sessions. Our collaborative teams allow you to focus on meaningful patient relationships, clinical excellence, and helping children achieve their communication and developmental goals.
• How many patients will I see each day? Our scheduling model prioritizes quality over quantity, giving clinicians dedicated time for individualized care.
• What patient populations will I work with? You'll work with children and adolescents with orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions, including those recovering from injuries, fractures, and orthopedic surgeries, as well as patients with sports-related injuries, scoliosis and other spinal conditions, limb and joint abnormalities, and other conditions affecting strength, mobility, balance, and movement. You'll also have the opportunity to work with young athletes as they safely return to sports and daily activities
• How is compensation determined? We use a comprehensive approach to compensation that considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and internal equity to ensure fair and competitive pay.
• How does Lee Health invest in employee growth and development? We're committed to helping you build a long-term career. Team members have access to annual CEU reimbursement, a complimentary MedBridge subscription, tuition assistance, mentorship opportunities, leadership development programs, and career advancement pathways throughout one of SWFL's largest rehabilitation departments.
• What EMR System will I use? We utilize EPIC across the entirety of our healthcare system.

Ready to Make A Difference?

Apply today and join a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and celebrates your impact.

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