Physical Therapist (PT) - Full Time - Acute Care

Outpatient Physical Therapist — Hospital-Based Acute Care | Chattanooga TN | $10K Sign-On + PSLF

Nealy Pierce is partnering with a nonprofit hospital system in the Chattanooga, TN area to hire a full-time Acute Care Physical Therapist. This is a permanent, W-2 hospital-based acute role, open to new graduate PTs and experienced physical therapists.

Why This Outpatient PT Role Stands Out:

• Hospital-based Acute Care role
• PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) — nonprofit hospital system
• Predictable 8am–5pm schedule with weekend rotation
• Structured onboarding and mentorship from experienced outpatient PTs
• Team-oriented culture with a collaborative rehab department

Compensation & Benefits:

• $10,000 sign-on bonus
• PSLF eligibility through nonprofit hospital employer
• 4+ weeks PTO
• Hospital health, dental, and vision benefits (active after 30 days)
• Retirement plan with employer contribution

Ideal Candidate:

• DPT or MPT from an accredited program
• New grad PTs and experienced outpatient physical therapists welcome
• Active or pending Tennessee PT license
• Detail-oriented but able to see the big picture
• Strong communicator across all levels of care
• Committed to long-term clinical growth, not just looking for a paycheck

About Chattanooga, TN: Affordable cost of living, a growing downtown and food scene, and world-class outdoor access including rock climbing, mountain biking, hiking, and the Tennessee River. Centrally located: 2 hours to Atlanta, 2 hours to Nashville, 2.5 hours to Asheville. A great market for PTs who want real career growth in a city worth actually living in.

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.