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Vera Whole Health
Cape Coral, Florida

Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistPer Diem

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Job Description

Job Description Summary

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We are seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our Home Health Team in Lee County. In this role, there is a real impact in the comfort of patients’ homes.

As part of our compassionate, high‑performing care team, you will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide therapeutic interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team, educate patients and families on rehabilitation and injury prevention strategies, maintain accurate clinical documentation, and ensure compliance with all regulatory standards to deliver high-quality patient care and achieve optimal outcomes.

This is a Pro Re Nata (PRN) position with variable time and hours can vary from week to week based on staffing needs, patient volume, call-offs, vacations, or organizational requirements.

If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your career and make an impact on a supportive and team-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.

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How will you make an impact & Requirements

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What You'll Do

Patient Assessment: Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients' physical abilities, limitations, and functional needs to accurately diagnose impairments and develop individualized treatment plans.

Therapeutic Interventions: Implement a variety of therapeutic techniques, including manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and gait training to improve patients' mobility, strength, balance, and pain management.

Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on proper body mechanics, home exercise programs, and injury prevention strategies to promote long-term health and well-being.

Collaboration: Work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans and ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.

Compliance: Adhere to all relevant regulatory standards, including HIPAA and Medicare regulations.

What We're Looking For

Licensure: Current and valid Physical Therapist license in the state of Florida.

Experience: Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience as a Physical Therapist, preferably in a home health or a related setting.

Skills: Strong clinical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, and a patient-centered approach to care.

  • Professionalism: Strong work ethic, reliability, and a commitment to providing high-quality care.
  • Transportation: Reliable transportation to visit patients in their homes.

How to Apply

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? We understand your time is valuable, and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you are right for this position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide therapeutic interventions to improve mobility and functional independence. They will also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and maintain accurate clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current and valid Physical Therapist license in the state of Florida. A minimum of 1 year of clinical experience, preferably in home health, is required along with reliable transportation.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Physical therapyHome health careInterdisciplinary collaborationRegulatory complianceCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 42% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

In Florida, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$90k (491 salary observations; 3,382 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (10,394 salary observations; 56,600 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

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.

Top contract/1099 Physical Therapist Jobs

43 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution43 jobs · 32 employers

13
<$105k
14
$105k-125k
8
$125k-145k
7
$145k-165k
1
$166k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks38 jobs · 32 employers

401k / retirement match
79%
CME allowance
74%
Sign-on bonus
53%
Loan repayment
16%
Relocation assistance
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Pelvic Health Physical Therapist (Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation)

Aizer Health · Monroe, New York

starting at $80/hour
#2

Physical Therapist (PT) Home Health | $150,000 Annual Salary (Redding)

Home Care Providers Group · Yuba City, California

$150k-$160k
#3

Home Health Physical Therapist

$70-$75/hr
#4

Physical Therapist, RPT, Flexible Weekday Schedule

$65-$75/hr
+ 41 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,195 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Cape Coral

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$335k
Typical market rent
$1,949/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.3
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Vera Whole Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Fort Myers, Florida
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible schedule
PRN - variable hours