Physical Therapist (PT)

Lifepoint Health·Fort Lauderdale, Florida

$46 - $50/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Practice for this role

Physical Therapist (PT) · $46 - $50/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

+2% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in Fort Lauderdale, Florida ($45.00/hr)

67 similar openings in the Fort Lauderdale area · median $45.00/hr

4 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

$3.50/hr · lowesthighest · $163/hr

this role: $46.00/hrmedian $45.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted allied health roles in Fort Lauderdale, Florida rates. This role sits in the 53rd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 2% above the Fort Lauderdale, Florida median for allied health roles.

The Physical Therapist will evaluate patient conditions, develop treatment plans, and provide hands-on therapy to improve patient outcomes. They are also responsible for documenting care according to regulatory standards and instructing nursing staff and families on follow-through programs.

Facility Name

Kindred Hospital South FL - Fort Lauderdale

Schedule: Full Time

Pay: $46-50/hour

$20,000 Commitment Incentive Bonus

Your experience matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you’ll contribute

A Physical Therapist who excels in this role

Put your physical therapy skills to work where they're really needed
evaluate a patient's condition, develop a treatment plan, and help them get better, day by day. You'll also instruct the nursing staff and the patient's families on follow-through programs that build on the progress they've made
Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records
Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standard and applicable state/federal laws
Other duties as assigned

Why join us…

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.

Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program and possess a current, unrestricted Physical Therapy license in the state of practice. A current CPR certification is also required for this role.

bachelor degree
Communication
Documentation
Organizational skills
Treatment planning
Patient education
CPR certification
Regulatory compliance
Patient scheduling
Patient evaluation
Physical therapy

Benefits

Paid time off
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Medical coverage
Tuition assistance
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
Loan assistance
401(k) retirement package
Mental wellness programs
Physical wellness programs
Financial wellness programs
Free gym memberships
Virtual care appointments
Mental health services
Paid family leave
Accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Critical illness insurance

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $46 - $50/hr
Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Posted: Aug 12, 2026
Application: Employer website

Florida PT roles often favor experienced clinicians

Florida continues to show steady demand for Physical Therapists in home health and outpatient settings, especially for candidates who can work under Medicare Part B rules. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for an active Florida license, background screening clearance, and prior setting-specific experience. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, saving you research time; review the full description and confirm your license, screening status, and Medicare experience before applying.