Physical Therapist, (PT) - (Outpatient)

Grammar LLC

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Cheraw, South Carolina

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients and designing individualized treatment plans involving therapeutic exercises and manual therapy. They focus on post-surgical recovery, pain management, and functional mobility to help patients return to daily activities.

Qualifications

You have graduated from an accredited physical therapy program and possess an unrestricted Physical Therapy license in South Carolina, along with current CPR certification. You are skilled in patient evaluation, designing therapeutic exercise programs, applying manual therapy techniques, and managing pain through various modalities.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Physical Therapy

South Carolina Physical Therapy license

CPR certification

Patient evaluation

Therapeutic exercise

Manual therapy

Joint mobilization

Soft tissue massage

Therapeutic modalities

Heat/cold therapy

Electrical stimulation

Ultrasound

Therapeutic taping

Documentation

Job Description

Role: Physical Therapist, Outpatient (PT)
Location: Cheraw, SC
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.

Duties:

1. Patient Evaluation & Assessment



  • Review medical history and physician referrals
  • Assess:
    • Strength
    • Flexibility
    • Range of motion
    • Balance and posture
    • Functional mobility and pain levels
  • Develop individualized treatment goals


πŸ’ͺ 2. Therapeutic Exercise Programs



  • Design customized exercise plans to improve:
    • Strength
    • Endurance
    • Flexibility
    • Coordination
  • Progress exercises based on patient improvement


πŸ‘ 3. Manual Therapy Techniques



  • Perform hands-on treatments such as:
    • Joint mobilization
    • Soft tissue massage
    • Stretching
    • Myofascial release


🚢 4. Mobility & Functional Training



  • Improve walking, balance, and movement mechanics
  • Train patients in functional tasks and return-to-activity exercises
  • Assist athletes and active individuals with performance recovery


🦴 5. Post-Surgical Rehabilitation



  • Provide rehabilitation after surgeries such as:
    • Joint replacements
    • ACL repairs
    • Rotator cuff surgeries
    • Spinal procedures
  • Monitor healing progress and recovery milestones


⚠️ 6. Pain Management



  • Use therapeutic modalities including:
    • Heat/cold therapy
    • Electrical stimulation
    • Ultrasound
    • Therapeutic taping
  • Help reduce pain and inflammation naturally through movement


🧠 7. Injury Prevention & Education



  • Educate patients on:
    • Proper posture
    • Body mechanics
    • Ergonomics
    • Injury prevention strategies
  • Teach home exercise programs for continued recovery


πŸƒ 8. Sports & Orthopedic Rehabilitation



  • Treat sports injuries and musculoskeletal conditions
  • Assist patients in returning to work, sports, or daily activities safely


🀝 9. Collaboration with Healthcare Providers



  • Communicate with physicians and specialists regarding patient progress
  • Coordinate care plans and treatment updates


πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ 10. Patient Motivation & Support



  • Encourage patient participation and adherence to therapy plans
  • Track progress and adjust goals as needed


πŸ“‘ 11. Documentation & Compliance



  • Maintain accurate therapy notes and progress reports
  • Document patient outcomes and treatment effectiveness
  • Ensure compliance with insurance and clinic policies

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