Physical Therapist; PT; Acute Care Hospital

Acute Care Physical Therapist | Hospital-Based | Jackson MS | PSLF + $15K Sign-On

We're partnering with a hospital in the Jackson, MS area to hire a full-time Acute Care Physical Therapist (PT). This is a permanent, W-2 hospital-based role in a stroke-center-designated regional referral hospital, ideal for PTs looking to build versatile acute care skills in a mentorship-driven environment. New graduate physical therapists are welcomed with a structured 90-day preceptor program.

Why This Acute PT Role Stands Out:

Build Diverse Acute Care

Skills:

• Regional medical center with stroke center designation
• Full spectrum of acute cases: ICU, stroke, trauma, orthopedic, neuro, post-surgical, and general medical
• High-acuity patient exposure in a major referral hospital
• Part of a multi-hospital health system with internal mobility opportunities

Manageable Caseload & Realistic Expectations:

• 8-10 patients per day in a hospital setting
• Productivity loosely tracked, focus on clinical quality not quotas
• Work alongside experienced PTs, PTAs, COTAs, and SLPs in a collaborative acute care team

Exceptional Mentorship (New Graduate PTs Welcome):

• Formal 90-day mentorship program with experienced preceptors
• Structured onboarding: full days with preceptor -> half days -> independent practice with chart review support
• Built to develop full acute care competency within 90 days
• Leadership team with decades of combined acute care experience

Compensation & Financial Package:

• $15,000 sign-on bonus
• Acute care shift differential
• Relocation assistance available
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• 403(b) retirement plan with 50% employer match up to 6% (effective 3% total contribution)

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with 30-minute lunch
• Weekend rotation: 1 in 4 when fully staffed

Comprehensive Benefits:

• 21 days PTO (accruing day
  1) plus 12 sick days annually
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance active day 1
• $250/year CEU budget plus 1 paid education day for completing 6 CEUs
• PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) through nonprofit hospital system
• YMCA partnership with discounted membership

Ideal Candidate:

• DPT or MPT from an accredited program
• Active or pending Mississippi PT license
• New graduate physical therapists welcome (formal mentorship provided)
• Experienced acute care PTs strongly encouraged to apply
• Thrives in collaborative, team-oriented hospital environments
• Passionate about helping medically complex patients regain function and independence

About Jackson, MS: Jackson is the capital and largest city of Mississippi. Rich Southern culture and music history, and central to the region with easy access to New Orleans (~3 hours), Memphis (~3.5 hours), and the Gulf Coast. A practical market for PTs who want meaningful acute care experience and career growth without major metro cost of living.