Physical Therapist - Per Diem

Ernest Health, Inc.; Cayce (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Cayce, SC is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a per diem role in the Columbia area. You will work within a dedicated inpatient rehabilitation team delivering patient‑centered care and therapy services.

The position requires a current State Physical Therapist license and CPR certification, with a preference for at least one year of direct hospital experience. Per diem shifts support staffing during varied schedules and patient needs.

Qualifications

• Current state Physical Therapist license required.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Minimum 1 year direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide services that help restore function and mobility.
• Assess medical history, evaluate abilities, and develop treatment plans.
• Integrate hospital mission and guiding principles into daily practice.

Skills

PT licensure

CPR certification

1 year hospital experience

Education

Graduate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapist - Per Diem - (Columbia Area) Cayce, SC

Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

At Lexington Regional Rehabilitation Hospital, we strive to attract, retain, develop, and empower our employees, supporting them in their professional growth with career advancement opportunities and a path to success within our organization.

We have a great PRN opportunity for a Physical Therapist in Cayce, SC.

Lexington Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Cayce, South Carolina (Columbia area) offers specialized inpatient rehabilitation in a warm and professional environment. Our hospital is dedicated to restoring the quality of life for individuals recovering from strokes, neurological injuries, orthopedic surgeries, and other serious illnesses or injuries. We provide comprehensive rehab services, including advanced physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology, delivered by a compassionate multidisciplinary team. The facility is equipped with modern therapy gyms and amenities to promote healing and comfort. Accredited by The Joint Commission, Lexington Regional Rehabilitation Hospital is recognized for its patient-focused care and strong outcomes, proudly serving patients and families across the Midlands region.

At Lexington Regional Rehabilitation Hospital, you’ll find the resources to grow your career in a place that feels like home.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

What you bring:

• A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.
• Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy.
• Current State Physical Therapist License.
• Current CPR

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Provides services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease. Examines patient's medical history, evaluates their physical abilities, determines their potential to respond to therapy, and develops treatment plans. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.