Physical Therapist - Acute Care

Nealy Pierce, LLC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

PSLF eligible

Loan repayment program

Full benefits

Job summary

Nealy Pierce, LLC is seeking an Acute Care Physical Therapist in Charleston, SC to deliver evidence-informed care in a hospital-based setting. The role emphasizes patient education, teamwork, and servant leadership to support patients during acute recovery.

The position offers a 90-day mentorship, relocation bonus of $5,000, PSLF eligibility, and a program to pay $5,000+ annually toward loans, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed Physical Therapist (NPTE).
• New grads and experienced acute PTs welcome.
• Strong communicator and team collaborator.
• NCS/CCS or other specialty cert is a plus but not required.
• Passion for hospital-based, evidence-informed acute care.

Skills

Strong communicator

Team collaboration

Patient education

Evidence-informed practice

Education

Physical Therapist license (NPTE)

Job description

Acute Care Physical Therapist | Charleston, SC | PSLF

Position Highlights

• Non-profit hospital-based acute care
• 90-day mentorship with a low-turnover team of experienced clinicians
• $5,000 relocation bonus
• PSLF eligible, plus internal program to pay $5,000+ annually on your loans
• Full benefits including medical insurance, dental insurance, and 401k match

About the Role

Our ideal candidate will possess the heart of a servant leader and truly value patient care. We are not looking for an individual who is just looking for their next "job" but someone who wants to invest in a career to help patients understand what has happened to their bodies through their injury/condition. Education of the patient is the number one priority in helping them realize how their body will react to treatment and where they will go once they leave the hospital.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must be a licensed Physical Therapist (NPTE)
• New grads and experienced acute PTs welcome
• Strong communicator and team collaborator
• NCS, CCS, or other specialty cert a plus but not required
• Passion for hospital-based, evidence-informed acute care

ABOUT US

Nealy Pierce specializes in permanent PT, OT, and SLP placements with hospital systems nationwide. We take the time to understand your situation and what matters most before recommending any opportunity. Browse current positions at NealyPierce.com/Job or email [e-mail].