Inpatient Rehab PT Neuro-Focused Savannah GA Area Nonprofit Hospital System

Nealy Pierce is partnering with a nonprofit hospital system within reach of the Savannah, GA area to hire a full-time Inpatient Rehabilitation Physical Therapist. This is a permanent, W-2 hospital-based role built around complex neurological rehabilitation, a sustainable patient load, and a strong clinical culture. Open to new graduate PTs with an IPR rotation as well as experienced IPR clinicians.

What Makes This Role Worth a Look:

• Heavy neurological rehab caseload including stroke, TBI, SCI, amputee rehabilitation, and multi-trauma recovery
• PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) through nonprofit hospital employer
• Sustainable daily workload, 4 to 6 patients per day with 60 to 90 minute treatment sessions
• Productivity expectation of approximately 6 contact hours per 8-hour shift, one of the more manageable structures in inpatient rehab
• Access to advanced rehabilitation technology and specialized neurological therapy equipment
• Recently updated clinical space with private patient rooms
• Strong interdisciplinary team of experienced PTs, OTs, and SLPs
• Mentorship-first culture led by senior IPR clinicians

Schedule:

• Flexible start times in the morning (8 AM to 9 AM)
• Permanent full-time hospital position

Compensation & Benefits:

• Strong sign-on bonus structured across a multi-year commitment
• Sign-on may be redirected toward a student loan servicer
• Relocation assistance available (receipt-based)
• PSLF eligible through nonprofit hospital employer
• Annual merit increases up to 3% plus a Merit Plus performance bonus tied to hospital benchmarks
• Up to $500 in annual wellness program bonuses
• Weekend hour differential available
• Case-by-case CEU support with an emphasis on marketable certifications
• 23 days paid time off
• Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employer-contributed retirement plan

Strong Candidates Look Like:

• DPT or MPT from an accredited physical therapy program
• Active or pending applicable state PT license
• Acute care PTs with an inpatient rotation will also be considered
• Clinical depth balanced with a big-picture approach to rehab
• Communicator who works effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary staff
• Collaborative mindset with a servant-leader approach to patient care

Interview Process: Qualified candidates are flown in for on-site interviews with flight, hotel, and rental car covered by the hospital. Decisions move quickly once the right match is identified.

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 jobs@np-hc.com.