Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

  • Physical Therapist – Orthopedic Outpatient Center
  • Location: Jacksonville, FL- Southside
  • Employment Type: Full-Time, Part-time
  • Department: Rehabilitation Services
  • Reports To: Clinic Director / Lead Physical Therapist

We are a patient-centered orthopedic outpatient clinic committed to delivering exceptional rehabilitative care. Our team of skilled professionals works collaboratively to help patients recover from musculoskeletal injuries, surgeries, and chronic conditions. We pride ourselves on clinical excellence, compassionate care, and a dynamic work environment.

Position Summary

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Physical Therapist to join our orthopedic outpatient team. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative setting, demonstrates strong clinical reasoning, and is dedicated to helping patients achieve optimal functional outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and treat patients with orthopedic conditions using evidence-based techniques.
  • Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical assessments and patient goals.
  • Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
  • Document patient progress accurately and timely in EMR systems.
  • Educate patients on injury prevention, post-operative care, and home exercise programs.
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute to clinical improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent from an accredited program.
  • Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
  • NEW GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY!
  • Strong manual therapy and therapeutic exercise skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Ability to manage a full caseload in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and performance incentives
  • up to $50k bonuses including student loan repayment, retention & sign-on
  • Continuing education support and professional development
  • Collaborative and supportive team culture
  • State-of-the-art equipment and treatment modalities
  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, 401k, PTO)

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Orthopedic rehabilitationPatient evaluationTreatment planningMusculoskeletal injury recoveryEMR documentationInterpersonal communicationCollaboration

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 44% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

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).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist at Southeast Orthopedic Specialists 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 22,081 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Location & Logistics

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

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

50 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution50 jobs · 40 employers

26
<$115k
6
$115k-135k
10
$135k-155k
8
$155k-175k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks43 jobs · 40 employers

401k / retirement match
79% this job
CME allowance
72% this job
Sign-on bonus
56% this job
Loan repayment
26% this job
Relocation assistance
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,081 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Jacksonville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$271k
Typical market rent
$1,601/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
99.5
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 · Jacksonville, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Southeast Orthopedic Specialists

Medical Practices
Jacksonville, FL
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Performance Incentives
Student Loan Repayment
Retention Bonus
Sign-On Bonus
Continuing Education Support
Medical Insurance
Dental
401k