PACS·Charleston, South Carolina
The Physical Therapist evaluates residents, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides direct care to improve mobility and functional independence. They also supervise physical therapy assistants, maintain accurate medical documentation, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Johns Island Post Acute is a gorgeous 132-bed skilled nursing and rehab facility in Johns Island SC, just 10 minutes away from historic downtown Charleston. Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of those we serve? At Johns Island Post Acute, we value the relationships we have in our community, with our fellow colleagues, and also with residents and family members. 🏃♀️💙 Join the Team as a Physical Therapist! 💙🏃♂️ We're growing and looking for a compassionate, motivated Physical Therapist to help our residents regain strength, confidence, and independence. Whether you're an experienced therapist or a new graduate ready to launch your career, we'd love to welcome you to our team! 🎉 💰
✨ $42-$50/hour 📅 Flexible Work Schedules 📚 Professional Development & Growth Opportunities 🤝 Supportive Team Environment ❤️ The opportunity to make a lasting impact every single day! 🌟 We're Looking For Someone Who: ✔️ Has a degree in Physical Therapy ✔️ Holds (or is eligible for) a South Carolina Physical Therapist license ✔️ Is passionate about helping others achieve their highest level of independence ✔️ Brings compassion, positivity, and teamwork to every interaction ✔️ New Graduates are encouraged to apply! If you're ready to join a team that celebrates your success, supports your growth, and appreciates the difference you make every day, Johns Island Post Acute is the place for you! 🌟 Apply today and start changing lives—one step at a time! 💙👟 General Purpose The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats residents, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis. Essential Duties Evaluate residents to determine physical therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies. Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence. Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides. Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident related activities, following state practice act. Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning. Participates in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed. Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed. Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements. Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols. Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies. Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., splints, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars. Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information. Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order. Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned. Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues. Supervisory Requirements Supervises PT assistants (PTA), aides, and students. Qualification Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Physical Therapy. Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs for Net Health and Point Click Care. Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families. Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state. Employee must meet continuing education requirements per state practices. Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board. Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility. CPR certification, if required by licensure. Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the ability to stand and walk frequently and sit occasionally, as well as occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed to provide resident care and operate equipment. The position requires the ability to reach, push, pull, lift, and manipulate objects and equipment, with exertion that may occasionally exceed 100 pounds, frequently exceed 50 pounds, or constantly exceed 20 pounds to safely move residents or equipment. Effective communication, including talking and hearing, is required to interact with residents, families, and the healthcare team. The ability to perceive and respond to environmental cues, including tactile, auditory, and visual information, is essential for safe and effective resident care. Other essential functions include assisting, supporting, and transporting residents in accordance with safe resident handling practices. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, in compliance with applicable federal and state laws. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Candidates must hold a degree in Physical Therapy and possess or be eligible for a South Carolina Physical Therapist license. New graduates are encouraged to apply, and proficiency in clinical documentation software is required.
Market context
In South Carolina, allied-health roles such as physical therapy are often competitive because employers look for state licensure, CAPTE-accredited training, and, in home health, related experience or a mentoring path for less experienced candidates. Benefits like sign-on bonuses, paid time off, medical plans, mileage reimbursement, and a 401(k) match can make similar openings stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and home-health experience before applying.