Physical Therapist II-Nonexempt

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

A renowned healthcare institution is looking for a PRN Physical Therapist for outpatient therapy clinics in Charleston. The role involves evaluating and treating patients recovering from injuries and ailments, creating individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Applicants need to be licensed in South Carolina with a graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program. This position offers a supportive work environment and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Over one year experience as a physical therapist.
• Competence in utilizing therapy equipment and methods.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients recovering from various ailments.
• Establish treatment plans using various methods.
• Work cooperatively with physicians and insurance adjusters.

Skills

Patient evaluation and treatment

Collaboration with healthcare team

Documentation

Supervision of assistants

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program

Licensure as a Physical Therapist in South Carolina

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

PRN Physical Therapist for Charleston Area outpatient therapy clinics.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC000700 CHS - Therapy - Occupational / Physical Clinic - Ashley Avenue (Offsite)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-30

Scheduled Weekly Hours

8

Job Description

Evaluates and treats patients recovering from injury, disease, surgery, or other ailments. Establishes treatment plans and treats patients using a variety of methods, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands‑on therapy, and equipment to ease patients' pain and help them recover. Works cooperatively with physicians, case managers, and insurance adjusters. Documents and reports on patients' progress. May supervise physical therapy assistants, aides, and athletic trainers.

Additional Job Description

Education: Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program, greater than one year experience as a physical therapist, and licensure as a Physical Therapist by the South Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & Posture
• Standing: Continuous
• Sitting: Continuous
• Walking: Continuous
• Climbing stairs: Infrequent
• Working indoors: Continuous
• Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent
• Working from elevated areas: Frequent
• Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent
• Kneeling: Infrequent
• Bending at the waist: Continuous
• Twisting at the waist: Frequent
• Squatting: Frequent
• Manual Dexterity & Strength
• Pinching operations: Frequent
• Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous
• Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous
• Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous
• Reaching overhead: Frequent
• Reaching in all directions: Continuous
• Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous
• Full use of both legs: Continuous
• Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent
• Lifting & Force Requirements
• Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent
• Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent
• Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent
• Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent
• Examples:
• Transfer 100 lb. non‑ambulatory patient = 50 lbs. force
• Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet = 20 lbs. force
• Push patient stretcher one‑handed = 25 lbs. force
• Vision & Sensory
• Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous
• Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous
• Color discrimination: Continuous
• Depth perception: Continuous
• Peripheral vision: Continuous
• Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous
• Tactile sensory function: Continuous
• Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous
• Selected Positions:
• Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous
• Respirator use qualification: Continuous
• Work Environment & Conditions
• Effective stress management: Continuous
• Rotating shifts: Frequent
• Overtime as required: Frequent
• Latex‑safe environment: Continuous

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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