Physical Therapist (PT), (Inpatient)
Grammar LLC
Physical Therapist (PT), (Inpatient)
Grammar LLC
Posted 3 months ago
Full Time
Cheraw, South Carolina
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
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.
Qualifications
You have graduated from an accredited physical therapy program and possess a current, unrestricted Physical Therapy license in South Carolina, along with CPR certification. You will be responsible for patient evaluations, developing individualized rehabilitation plans, and implementing therapeutic exercises to improve patient mobility, strength, and functional independence.
Must Have Skills for ATS
Physical Therapy
Patient Evaluation
Rehabilitation
Therapeutic Exercise
Mobility Training
Transfer Training
Fall Prevention
Pain Management
CPR certification
Physical Therapy license
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)
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