Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

Nealy Pierce, LLC; Biloxi (MS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Nealy Pierce, LLC is seeking an Acute Care Physical Therapist for a hospital-based role in Biloxi, MS. You will focus on neuro, stroke recovery, and step-down ICU, with patient education at the forefront.

The role includes a $3,000 sign-on bonus and PSLF eligibility. Work hours are Mon-Fri, 8:00-4:30, with one weekend shift per month, plus 25 days of PTO and a 12-week orientation from general med/surg to higher-acuity units.

Qualifications

• PT degree from an accredited program.
• Passion for patient-centered care and neuro/stroke populations.
• Collaborative, interdisciplinary communicator.

Responsibilities

• Provide acute care PT services focusing on neuro, stroke recovery, and ICU step-down patients.
• Prioritize patient education and involve patients in understanding their condition and recovery.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Interdisciplinary communication

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate of Physical Therapy

Job description

Acute Care Physical Therapist | Hospital-Based | $3K Sign-On + PSLF

Position Highlights

• Acute care at a non-profit regional medical center
• PSLF eligible
• Caseload focus: neuro, stroke recovery, step-down ICU, cardiopulmonary
• $3,000 sign-on bonus
• 8-10 patients/day, treatment times not hard-capped
• 12-week stepped orientation (general med/surg, then higher acuity)
• M-F 8:00-4:30, one weekend shift per month, 25 days PTO

About the Role

Our ideal candidate has the heart of a servant leader and a passion for patient-centered care. We're not looking for someone after their next "job," but someone who wants to invest in their career and help patients understand what's happened to their bodies through their injury or condition. Patient education is the number one priority. You'll have dedicated therapy gyms right on the neuro and ortho floors, and a 12-week stepped orientation that ramps you from general med/surg up to higher-acuity units.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate of Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Passion for patient-centered care and neuro/stroke populations
• Collaborative, interdisciplinary communicator

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].