Acute Care Physical Therapist

Trident Medical Center; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Free counseling services

Flexible spending accounts

Colleague recognition program

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as an Acute Care Physical Therapist, where your expertise will help create positive patient interactions. This role involves managing the therapeutic care process, conducting patient assessments, and implementing individualized care plans. You will work closely with a dedicated team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. If you are passionate about improving patient outcomes and want to be part of a supportive environment that values your contributions, this opportunity is perfect for you. Unlock your potential and apply today!

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in South Carolina required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification needed within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluations and treatment interventions per legal and ethical standards.
• Assess and evaluate therapeutic status to develop care plans.

Skills

Patient Care

Therapeutic Techniques

Patient Assessment

Communication Skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy

Tools

Therapeutic Appliances

Job description

Description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as an Acute Care Physical Therapist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Trident Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

Trident Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services, and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as an Acute Care Physical Therapist where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Physical Therapist (PT) provides high-quality, patient-centered care by managing the complete process of therapeutic care of an assigned group of patients in coordination with the physician and the patient care team. The Physical Therapist completes patient assessments and participates in developing and implementing individualized care plans focusing on goal achievement, patient engagement, and positive patient experience. The Physical Therapist provides or directs a majority of the patient’s physical therapy to support patients throughout the continuum of care.

What you will do in this role:

• You will provide evaluations and treatment interventions within the scope of practice established by law and professional code of ethics.
• You will assess and evaluate therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status and participate in the development of the total plan of care.
• You will provide purposeful and skilled therapeutic care at the patient’s home, using procedures and techniques to produce a change in condition/function consistent with the physician’s plan of care.
• You will instruct patient/family/caregiver in the use of therapies, exercises, therapeutic appliances, and/or prosthetic devices to be used outside of therapy sessions.
• You will prioritize caseload, determine daily staffing needs, and coordinate assignments/handoffs.

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of South Carolina.
• Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Acute Care Physical Therapist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.