Physical Therapist - Hospital Outpatient

Nealy Pierce, LLC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Loan repayment assistance (PSLF)

Job summary

Nealy Pierce, LLC is hiring an Outpatient Physical Therapist for a hospital-based clinic in Columbia, SC. The role focuses on 1:1 patient care with mostly ortho caseloads, and offers a 90‑day onboarding period, a competitive benefits package, and a relocation bonus.

The ideal candidate values patient education and teamwork, with NPTE licensure and openness to new grads. The position is full-time, weekday hours, with PSLF eligibility and a loan repayment program.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Physical Therapist (NPTE).
• Outpatient setting experience preferred; 1:1 care emphasis.
• New grads welcome; collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 outpatient PT sessions.
• Conduct 45‑minute evaluations and treatments.
• Educate patients on recovery, anatomy, and home programs.

Skills

Licensed PT (NPTE)

1:1 patient care

Outpatient care

Education

DPT or equivalent degree

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Outpatient Physical Therapist | Hospital-Based | Columbia, SC

Position Highlights

• Non-profit hospital-based outpatient clinic
• Adult caseload includes mostly ortho, some general and some neuro
• 90-day formal onboarding with a low-turnover team of experienced clinicians
• 1:1 care, 45‑min evals and treatments, 8-9 patients/day
• Schedule: Full-time, permanent - no weekends; open to 4‑10s or 5‑8s
• $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)
• Passion for Outpatient setting and desire to treat 1:1
• Open to New Grads or Experienced Therapists
• Experience in the Outpatient setting is preferred
• Collaborative, team-building personality style

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].