Physical Therapist Opening Inpatient Rehabilitation Tampa FL PSLF + Nonprofit

Nealy Pierce is partnering with a nonprofit hospital system in the Tampa, FL area to hire a full-time Inpatient Rehab (IPR) Physical Therapist. This is a permanent, W-2 hospital-based role with a heavy neurological rehabilitation focus, a modern clinical environment, and a team culture rooted in mentorship and interdisciplinary collaboration. Open to new graduate PTs with IPR rotation experience and to experienced IPR clinicians.

Highlights of This IPR Opportunity:

• Neurologically focused caseload featuring stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injury (SCI), amputee rehabilitation, and multi-trauma cases
• PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) through nonprofit hospital employer
• Realistic daily workload of 4 to 6 patients with 60 to 90 minute treatment sessions
• Approximately 6 contact hours per 8-hour shift, one of the more reasonable productivity expectations in the IPR space
• Advanced rehabilitation technology and specialized neurological therapy equipment available to clinicians
• Recently updated clinical environment with private patient rooms
• Interdisciplinary rehab team of experienced PTs, OTs, and SLPs
• Senior IPR clinicians actively invested in mentorship and clinical growth

Schedule:

• Flexible morning start times (8 AM to 9 AM)
• Full-time permanent hospital position

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive sign-on bonus structured over a multi-year commitment
• Option to apply sign-on directly toward a student loan servicer
• Relocation assistance available (receipt-based)
• PSLF eligible through nonprofit hospital employer
• Yearly merit increases up to 3% plus a Merit Plus performance bonus when hospital benchmarks are met
• Annual wellness program bonus up to $500
• Weekend hour differential
• CEU support offered case-by-case, prioritizing marketable certifications
• 23 days paid time off
• Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Employer-contributed retirement plan

The Right Fit:

• DPT or MPT graduate from an accredited physical therapy program
• Active or pending applicable state PT license
• Acute care PTs with an inpatient rotation will be considered
• Detail-oriented clinician with a holistic patient care philosophy
• Clear communicator with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Collaborative, team-first, and servant-leader in approach

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.

Contact Information

Ryan Tennant rtennant@np-hc.com (346) 692-9846

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