Therapist / Physical Therapist Job in Florence, South Carolina / Outpatient Setting
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Position Description/Responsibilities: PT, Physical Therapist - IP, AcuteEvaluates the patient's physical and functional status and selects the appropriate treatment program to achieve short and long range goals that are measurable and realistic. They perform periodic re-evaluation and adapt programs as needed. The therapist will use modalities, exercise and education to treat patients. They must also communicate with physicians, patients, caregivers, insurance companies and other staff. The staff in this department is friendly, outgoing, team oriented, enthusiastic, and experienced. The ideal candidate for this position is someone who is team oriented, a good communicator, friendly, outgoing, willing to learn and has outpatient experience with strong manual skills.Work Schedule: PT, Physical Therapist - IP, AcuteFull time position, 80 hours biweekly. Predominantly days but have weekend rotation and call.Call Schedule: One PT on call every night until 9:00 on a rotating basis. Call is divided for 1 person on Mon - Thurs and a different person on Fri - Sun (person who is scheduled to work the weekend)Education/experience requirements: PT, Physical Therapist - IP, AcuteBachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy is required. Preferred education is a Master's Degree in Physical Therapy or Health Sciences. Must have valid SC PT licensure.Size of Department: When fully staffed - 18 PT's, 9 PTA'sCase Load: PT, Physical Therapist - IP, AcuteInpatient - Orthopedic including total joint replacements, multi-trauma patients, neurological patients including dedicated stroke unit, general med/surg population.Patient Ratios: Inpatient - Varies depending on patients but roughly 12 patients/day.Outpatient - Varies depending on patients but roughly 12 patients/day.Benefits: PT, Physical Therapist - IP, AcuteMedical, dental, short & long-term disability, group term life insurance, flexible spending account, 401(k), vacation/sick time, prescription drug plan, discounted membership to McLeod Health & Fitness Facility, onsite Child Development Center.Sign-on bonus, relocation assistance & student loan repayment all available.