Physical Therapist - Neuro Inpatient Rehab

Job Description

Physical Therapist | Inpatient Rehabilitation | Orlando FL | Nonprofit Hospital + PSLF \ N

Nealy Pierce is partnering with a nonprofit hospital system in the Orlando, FL area to hire a full-time Inpatient Rehab (IPR) Physical Therapist. This is a permanent, W-2 hospital-based position with a neurologically complex caseload, modern rehab technology, and a clinical culture built around mentorship and team-based care. New graduate PTs with IPR rotation experience are welcomed alongside experienced inpatient rehab clinicians.

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Why This Orlando IPR Role Stands Out:

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• Predominantly neurological caseload, including stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injury (SCI), amputee rehabilitation, and multi-trauma patients
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• PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) through nonprofit hospital employer
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• Sustainable daily workload, 4 to 6 patients per day with 60 to 90 minute sessions
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• Approximately 6 contacthours per 8-hour shift, one of the lowest productivity expectations in inpatient rehab
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• Access to advanced rehabilitation technology and specialized neurological therapy equipment
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• Recently updated clinical space featuring private patient rooms
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• Collaborative interdisciplinary team of experienced PTs, OTs, and SLPs
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• Built-in mentorship from senior IPR therapists for clinical and professional growth
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Schedule:

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• Flexible morning start windows (8 AM – 9 AM)
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• Permanent full-time hospital position
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Compensation & Benefits:

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• Meaningful sign-on bonus structured over a multi-year commitment
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• Option to apply sign-ondirectly to a student loan servicer
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• Relocation assistance available (receipt-based)
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• PSLF eligible through nonprofit hospital employer
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• Annual merit increases up to 3%, plus Merit Plus performance bonus when hospital benchmarks are met
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• Up to $500 annual wellness bonus
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• Weekend hour differential
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• CEU support (case-by-case, prioritizing marketable certifications)
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• 23 days PTO annually
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• Complete medical, dental, vision, and life insurance package
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• Employer-contributed retirement plan
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Who Fits This Role:

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• DPT or MPT graduate from an accredited physical therapy program
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• Active or pending applicable state PT license
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• Acute care PTs with a relevant inpatient rotation will be strongly considered
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• Clinically detail-oriented with a big-picture patient care mindset
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• Confident communicator with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
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• Team-first mindset witha servant-leader approach to care
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About Nealy Pierce: 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 View email address on click.appcast.io.

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