Physical Therapist (PT) Acute Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

PTO 4 weeks

Full benefits

401k match

Job summary

Nealy Pierce, LLC is seeking an Acute Care Physical Therapist to join a non-profit hospital-based acute care team in Columbia, SC. You will manage a broad caseload with 1:1 patient care, a strong mentorship program for new and experienced therapists, and a commitment to education throughout the patient recovery process.

The role offers a relocation bonus, PSLF eligibility, PTO, and comprehensive benefits, with typical hours Monday–Friday and an 1-in-8 weekend rotation.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Physical Therapist (NPTE).
• Passion for acute care and desire to treat 1:1.
• Open to new grads or experienced therapists.
• Collaborative, team-building personality.

Responsibilities

• Provide acute care PT in a hospital setting with 1:1 care.
• Educate patients on injuries and expected treatment outcomes.
• Collaborate with care team to optimize patient progress.

Skills

Clinical 1:1 Care

Team Collaboration

Patient Education

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist (NPTE)

Job description

Acute Care Physical Therapist

Position Highlights

• Non-profit hospital-based acute care
• Broad caseload: ICU, PICU, trauma, neuro, post-surgical, total joint, med/surg
• 90-day mentorship with a low-turnover team of experienced clinicians
• About 10 patients/day
• Schedule: Full-time, permanent - Mon-Fri (8-5) plus 1in8 weekend rotation
• $8,000 relocation bonus
• PSLF eligible, plus internal program to pay $5,000+ annually on your loans
• 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 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 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

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