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Physical Therapist (Independent Contractor)

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Job Description

Fort Lauderdale, FL – Seeking Physical Therapist Independent Contractor

Join our team as a Physical Therapist at MOOV Health & Wellness, where we are focused on outpacing aging through a physician-guided, personalized approach to wellness. In this role, you will provide specialized physical therapy, rehabilitation, and performance optimization services to clients. If you’re passionate about wellness and want to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives, we’d love for you to join our team.

The Opportunity

  • Sports rehabilitation and return-to-sport programming.
  • Neuromuscular re-education to improve functional movement, strength, and motor control.
  • Vestibular rehabilitation for dizziness, balance deficits, and stability challenges.
  • Gait training and analysis to enhance walking mechanics and reduce fall risk.
  • Hands-on manual therapy, including joint mobilization, manipulation, and soft tissue techniques.
  • Myofascial release and joint stabilization strategies.
  • Balance, proprioceptive, and movement training utilizing Sparta Plate technology.
  • Employ advanced tools and techniques to support client recovery, including:
  • Dry needling for myofascial trigger point therapy
  • Cupping therapy for circulatory and lymphatic support
  • Graston Technique® (IASTM)
  • Blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy
  • Hypervolt percussion/vibration therapy
  • Shockwave therapy for tissue healing and pain reduction
  • Kinesiology taping for joint support and strain reduction
  • MacoLaser therapy for pain management and tissue repair

Support MOOV’s Performance-focused Model by Delivering

  • VO₂ Max testing using PNOĒ systems for metabolic and cardiovascular assessment
  • Sparta Plate movement analysis and guided corrective interventions
  • Data-driven recommendations to support mobility, recovery, and athletic performance

Required Experience and Competencies

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree required.
  • Active and unrestricted Physical Therapy license required.
  • Current professional liability/malpractice insurance required.
  • Certifications or documented training in dry needling, Graston Technique®, and Blood flow restriction therapy required.
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) preferred.
  • Experience with sports rehabilitation, performance optimization, or advanced recovery modalities preferred.
  • Background in a wellness–focused clinical environment preferred.
  • Wellness and Preventive Mindset: Passion for Injury prevention, longevity and whole – person care preferred.

The Practice

MOOV Health and Wellness

At MOOV, we believe that aging doesn’t have to mean slowing down. Our focus is helping individuals outpace aging by embracing a proactive approach to their health. Through a personal, pioneering, and physician-led approach, we offer solutions that promote physical, mental and emotional well-being, unlocking each member’s full potential.

The Community

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is a coastal gem celebrated for its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and endless sunshine.

Located in South Florida along the Atlantic Coast, it offers a perfect blend of relaxed coastal living and big-city amenities.

Residents enjoy boating along the city’s scenic canals—earning it the nickname “Venice of America”—as well as dining and shopping on Las Olas Boulevard.

Nearby landmarks include the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, and the lively Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District.

  • Just a short drive away, you’ll find Miami’s dynamic nightlife and Palm Beach’s upscale charm.
  • The weather stays warm year-round, making it ideal for outdoor living and beach days in every season.
  • Sports fans can easily cheer on Florida’s major league teams, including the NFL Miami Dolphins, NBA Miami Heat, and NHL Florida Panthers.
  • All this and more make Fort Lauderdale the perfect place to live and work.

MOOV does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. MOOV is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.

Applicants only. No agencies please.

Key Responsibilities

Provide specialized physical therapy, rehabilitation, and performance optimization services to clients using a physician-guided approach. Utilize advanced tools and data-driven assessments to support client recovery, mobility, and athletic performance.

Requirements

Requires a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree and an active, unrestricted physical therapy license. Candidates must possess professional liability insurance and documented training in dry needling, Graston Technique, and blood flow restriction therapy.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist (Independent Contractor) at Med America a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,438 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Florida, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (197 salary observations; 909 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (4,705 salary observations; 16,929 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 52% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Salary Distribution39 jobs · 31 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks37 jobs · 31 employers

CME allowance
76%
401k / retirement match
76%
Sign-on bonus
54%
Loan repayment
19%
Relocation assistance
5%

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 7.2
Higher than about 8 in 10 of 21,438 Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10. Shaded area = share of comparable listings scoring below this one.

Living in Fort Lauderdale

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$650k
Typical market rent
$2,736/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.