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Physical Therapist, Geriatrics - Part Time

GHR HealthcareVero Beach, FLPermanent
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Vero Beach, FL
Job type
Permanent
Profession
Physical Therapist
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 27, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$35.65
Weekly
$1,426
Yearly (full-time)
$74,152
Start date
ASAP

This job pays about $35.65/hour — 27% below the median for Physical Therapist jobs in Florida ($48.58/hour).

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Physical Therapist jobs in Florida right now

  • 141 open Physical Therapist jobs in Florida from 7 agencies, 2 of them in Vero Beach.
  • Pay in these listings: $23.74 – $74.22/hour, median $46.92/hour.
  • Typical Physical Therapist pay in Florida: $48.58/hour ($101,046/year, BLS).
  • Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($64.05/hour across 35 jobs).

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Job description

Physical Therapist (Geriatrics) – Permanent | Vero Beach, FL 32966

Licensed Physical Therapist (Geriatrics) – Permanent role in Vero Beach, FL. Join a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) team with state-of-the-art rehab gyms, a large fitness center, and a supportive culture. Ideal for PTs seeking geriatric, skilled nursing, memory care, and outpatient rehab experience in a beautiful coastal community.

Job Details

  • Estimated Annual Pay: $74,160 - $93,463
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,426 - $1,797
  • Employment Type: Permanent, Direct Hire – Full-time Physical Therapist position
  • Setting: CCRC – Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, Independent Living (skilled nursing rehab & outpatient rehab)
  • Location: On-site in Vero Beach, FL (zip 32966) — Florida physical therapy jobs
  • Schedule: Day shift, Monday–Friday
  • Hours per Week: 40 (8-hour days)
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Sign-On Bonus: $2,000

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy (per employer requirement)
  • Valid Physical Therapist license or eligibility for licensure in Florida (licensed PT preferred)
  • At least 1 year of experience in skilled nursing and/or outpatient rehab preferred
  • Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team across the continuum of care

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide holistic, patient-centered geriatric physical therapy care to residents across skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living settings
  • Deliver inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services, including care for memory care and long-term care residents
  • Participate in onsite specialized training (chronic pain, vestibular rehab, pelvic health, and other CEU opportunities)
  • Document and coordinate care using RestoreSkills EMR and maintain timely, accurate clinical records
  • Follow patients across the continuum of care to build therapeutic relationships and ensure continuity
  • Contribute to programming, creative care ideas, and a positive team culture
  • Maintain productivity benchmarks (65–75%) while prioritizing quality outcomes and patient safety

Why Join Us

  • $2,000 sign-on bonus and competitive annual pay
  • Work in a slower-paced, friendly community that values prevention and holistic care
  • Access to state-of-the-art rehab gyms, a large fitness center, and on-the-job CEU opportunities
  • Opportunities for professional development in geriatric physical therapy, memory care, and outpatient rehab
  • Located in scenic Vero Beach, FL — great beaches, parks, and a vibrant arts scene (Vero Beach PT jobs)

If you are a passionate Physical Therapist focused on geriatric care and want to make a meaningful impact in a CCRC setting, apply now. Join our healthcare team today and grow your career in Vero Beach, Florida!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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