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 www.nealypierce.com/job or email jobs@np-hc.com.

Contact Information

Ryan Tennant rtennant@np-hc.com

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