Physical Therapist (PT) - Hospital Outpatient

Outpatient Physical Therapist - Hospital-Based Columbia SC $5K Sign-On + PSLF

We're partnering with a nonprofit hospital system in the Columbia, SC area to hire a full-time Outpatient Physical Therapist. This is a permanent, W-2 hospital-based outpatient role, open to new graduate PTs and experienced physical therapists alike.

What the Role Offers:

• 1:1 Patient Care - 45-minute treatment sessions, no double-booking. Focus on clinical quality over patient volume.
• Structured Mentorship - Built-in orientation and ongoing guidance from experienced outpatient PTs.
• Flexible Scheduling - Multiple schedule options to support work-life balance.
• Professional Development - Investment in continuing education, MedBridge access, and evidence-based rehab tools.
• Collaborative Culture - Team-oriented clinic environment with shared learning and clinical growth.

Compensation & Benefits:

• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Loan repayment assistance
• PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) - nonprofit hospital system
• CEU reimbursement + MedBridge subscription
• Full benefits package: PTO, health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan with match

Ideal Candidate:

• Licensed or license-eligible DPT or MPT
• New grad PTs and experienced outpatient physical therapists welcome
• Committed to individualized, evidence-based patient care
• Strong communicator with a growth mindset

About Columbia, SC: Columbia is the capital of South Carolina and home to the University of South Carolina. Affordable cost of living, a growing downtown, access to Lake Murray and the Congaree National Park, and central to Charleston (~2 hrs), Greenville (~1.5 hrs), and Charlotte (~1.5 hrs). A practical market for PTs who want real career growth without major metro prices.

About Nealy Pierce: Nealy Pierce is a national therapy search firm specializing in permanent PT, OT, and SLP placements with hospital systems. We work directly with hospitals, not contract or travel agencies. Browse other positions at or email View email address on click.appcast.io.

Contact Information
Ryan Tennant View email address on click.appcast.io
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