Physical Therapist - Nonprofit Acute Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 4 weeks

Relocation assistance

Loan forgiveness $25,000

Medical, dental, 401k match

Paid certifications & CE

Job summary

Nealy Pierce in Texas is seeking a Physical Therapist for an acute care role with a diverse caseload spanning ICU, stroke, ortho and med/surg. You will work within a nonprofit medical center focused on patient education and collaborative care.

The position is full-time, with a schedule of 8am–5pm, five days a week, and a 1-in-4 weekend rotation. A two-month mentorship/onboarding program, relocation assistance, and loan-forgiveness options support your transition into this role.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Physical Therapist (NPTE).
• Experience in Acute Care preferred; open to new grads.
• Experience in 1:1 patient care in acute care setting is desirable.
• Collaborative, team-building personality.

Skills

Acute care focus

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

NPTE Licensed Physical Therapist

Job description

Highlights/Benefits

• 100% Acute Care (Diverse caseload covers all units: ICU, Stroke, Ortho, Med/Surg, Trauma)
• Time built into your schedule for documentation
• 2-month customized mentorship and onboarding program
• Relocation assistance available
• $25,000 in tax-free Loan Forgiveness
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 4 weeks
• Full benefits including medical insurance, dental insurance, and 401k match
• Paid Certifications and Continuing Education

About the Hospital

• 220+ bed medical center
• Nonprofit - Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program Eligible
• Join a collaborative team of 35+ PTs, OTs, and SLPs across multiple settings

Schedule

• Full-time permanent position working 5-8's
  • 8 to 5pm
  • 1in4 Weekend Rotation

About the Position

Our ideal candidate will possess the heart of a servant leader who truly cares about 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 Acute Care and desire to treat 1:1
• Open to New Grads or Experienced Therapists
• Experience in the Acute Care setting is preferred
• Collaborative, team-building personality style

About Us

Nealy Pierce is leading the way for Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT), and Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) positions. We take the time to understand your situation and what is most important to you before recommending any opportunity.