What are the responsibilities and job description for the Doctor of Physical Therapy position at South Florida Physical Therapy & Sport?
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) – Sports Medicine & Orthopedics
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Turn your passion for sports and rehab into a career you love.
If you thrive on helping athletes and active patients get back in the game faster and stronger, this is the role for you. We’re a forward-thinking outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine practice looking for a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) who wants to work with motivated patients, cutting-edge equipment, and a collaborative team that values results as much as relationships.
What You’ll Do
- Perform comprehensive patient evaluations: medical history, physical exams, and diagnostic test reviews.
- Create individualized treatment plans that align with patient goals and functional needs.
- Deliver hands-on manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and functional performance training.
- Coach patients on injury prevention, movement mechanics, and peak performance strategies.
- Collaborate closely with physicians, athletic trainers, and strength coaches for coordinated care.
- Maintain detailed, accurate clinical documentation.
- Stay on top of the latest sports medicine research and techniques.
What We’re Looking For
- Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited program.
- Active Florida PT license.
- Proven success treating acute and chronic sports-related injuries.
- Strong knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics, and sports physiology.
- Skilled in multiple manual therapy techniques and exercise-based rehab.
- Excellent communicator and team player.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to clinical excellence.
Apply today and help patients recover, perform, and excel—both on and off the field.
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary: $85,000 – $95,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
- Bonus Structure: Performance-based incentives available
- Benefits:
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Continuing Education Allowance
- State-of-the-art clinic and equipment
- Professional development and advancement opportunities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- License reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $85,000 - $95,000