Permanent Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist (PT)

Location: Ideal, Georgia
Compensation: $44.08–$48.44/hour
Hours: 30 hours per week
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Weekend Rotation: None
Facility: 88-bed Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility

New graduates are welcome to apply and will be considered based on their qualifications and clinical experience, with compensation aligned to their level of experience.

Overview

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join a rehabilitation team serving patients in Ideal, Georgia, a small rural community with a welcoming, close-knit atmosphere.

This position offers the opportunity to provide meaningful, hands-on care while building strong relationships with patients and the interdisciplinary team. You'll help patients improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and independence while seeing the direct impact of your clinical expertise.

For clinicians interested in a full-time split opportunity, there is flexibility to work approximately 25 hours at facility 1 and up to 30 hours at facility 2. Travel between locations is required for candidates who choose the split arrangement.

Why Join This Team?

• $44.08–$48.44/hour

• 30 hours per week

• Monday–Friday schedule

• No weekend rotation

• 88-bed Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility

• Opportunity for a split schedule for candidates seeking full-time hours

• Approximately 25 hours at first facility + up to 30 hours at the second facility

• Travel between locations required for the split/full-time option

• Supportive, patient-centered rehabilitation environment

• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a close-knit community

• New graduates and experienced PTs are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

As a Physical Therapist, you will:

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized plans of care

• Deliver skilled physical therapy interventions based on patient needs and goals

• Provide therapeutic exercise, mobility training, balance activities, functional training, and other appropriate treatments

• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans when clinically appropriate

• Educate patients and caregivers on mobility, exercises, safety, and continued progress

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

• Collaborate with PTAs, nursing staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary team

• Communicate patient progress and relevant clinical findings effectively

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care that promotes independence and quality of life

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physical Therapist in Georgia

• Strong clinical and communication skills

• Patient-focused, dependable, and collaborative

• Comfortable working in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting

• Willingness to travel between facilities if pursuing the split/full-time opportunity

• New graduates are welcome to apply

Why Ideal, Georgia?

Ideal is a small rural Georgia community where your work can have a genuinely personal impact. If you enjoy a quieter environment, meaningful patient relationships, and becoming part of a close-knit care team, this opportunity offers a refreshing alternative to a fast-paced urban setting.

Ready for Your Next Opportunity?

If you're looking for a Monday–Friday PT role with no weekend rotation, meaningful clinical work, and the flexibility to pursue additional hours through a split opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're an experienced PT or a new graduate beginning your career, you're welcome to apply.