Job detail

Physical Therapist (PT), (Inpatient)

Grammar LLC

#Rehabilitation #CPR Certification #Patient Assessment #Physical Therapy #Durable Medical Equipment #Therapeutic Exercise #South Carolina License #Fall Prevention

Quick overview

The Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating patient mobility and developing individualized rehabilitation programs to improve strength and functional independence. They collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to manage pain, prevent complications from bed rest, and plan for safe discharge.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited physical therapy program and hold a current, unrestricted license in South Carolina. A current CPR certification is also required.

postgraduate degreePatient AssessmentPain ManagementInterdisciplinary CollaborationDischarge PlanningTherapeutic ExercisePatient EvaluationFall PreventionMobility TrainingNeurological RehabilitationPost-operative Rehabilitation

Job description

Role

Physical
Therapist (PT)
Location:
Cheraw,
SC-29520
Position: Full Time + Benefits

Must Have

+ Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program. + Current and unrestricted Physical Therapy license in South Carolina. + Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

📋 1. Patient Evaluation & Assessment

Assess patient mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and endurance Review medical history, physician orders, and diagnostic reports Evaluate pain levels and functional limitations Determine rehabilitation needs and discharge readiness

🚶 2. Mobility & Transfer Training

Assist patients with

Bed mobility Sit-to-stand transfers Chair and toilet transfers Ambulation/walking training Train patients to safely use walkers, crutches, or canes

💪 3. Therapeutic Exercise & Rehabilitation

Develop individualized exercise programs Improve strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance Provide post-operative rehabilitation (joint replacements, fractures, cardiac surgeries, etc.) Help patients regain functional independence

🏃 4. Early Mobilization

Encourage movement as early as medically appropriate Prevent complications from prolonged bed rest such as: Muscle weakness Blood clots Pressure injuries Pneumonia

🧠 5. Neurological & Specialized Rehabilitation

Treat patients with

Stroke Spinal cord injuries Brain injuries Neurological disorders Improve coordination, motor control, and balance

⚠️ 6. Fall Prevention & Safety Training

Assess fall risks Educate patients and families on safe mobility techniques Recommend safety precautions and assistive devices

🩺 7. Pain Management

Use therapeutic techniques and modalities to reduce pain Assist patients in improving movement without increasing discomfort

🤝 8. Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Work closely with

Physicians Nurses Occupational Therapists Speech Therapists Case managers Participate in discharge planning meetings

🏠 9. Discharge Planning

Assess patient readiness for discharge Recommend: Home health therapy Outpatient therapy Rehabilitation facilities Durable medical equipment (DME)