Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $1,535 to $1,735 per week in Okeechobee, FL

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a traveling Physical Therapist where you’ll help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from accredited schools approved by the APTA
• Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
• BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC
• PT or DPT degree
• Experience with inpatient and outpatient physical therapy
• Experience with Meditech documentation system

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 0800-1630
• Coverage is primarily Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend day support requested

Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll reach out with more details.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
• Competitive Referral Bonuses
• 100% Paid Housing Available
• Travel & License Reimbursement

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel PT and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

Location Highlights

Okeechobee offers direct access to Lake Okeechobee, the largest freshwater lake in Florida, and the Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail provides miles of walking and cycling opportunities. Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park is about 35 miles away and is known for hiking, stargazing, and Florida dry prairie habitat. Downtown Okeechobee includes local dining and shops, and the area offers a quieter small-town setting within driving distance of both the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. The community supports an outdoor lifestyle with boating and fishing nearby, and U.S. Route 441 provides regional access through central Florida.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

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