Physical Therapist (PT), (Inpatient)

Grammar LLC; Cheraw (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Grammar LLC is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist in Cheraw, SC. The successful candidate will be responsible for patient evaluation and rehabilitation, including mobility and transfer training. Qualified applicants must hold a current Physical Therapy license in South Carolina and have a degree from an accredited program. The role involves developing personalized exercise plans and collaborating with healthcare teams for discharge planning. Attractive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Must have a current, unrestricted Physical Therapy license in South Carolina.
• Requires current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient mobility and determine rehabilitation needs.
• Assist patients with mobility and transfers.
• Develop tailored therapeutic exercise programs.
• Encourage early mobilization to prevent complications.
• Treat patients with neurological disorders and improve coordination.
• Assess fall risks and educate on safety techniques.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for discharge planning.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Mobility Training

Therapeutic Exercise

Fall Prevention

Pain Management

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program

Current and unrestricted Physical Therapy license in South Carolina

Current CPR certification

Job description

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

• 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
• 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
• 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
• Early Mobilization
  • Encourage movement as early as medically appropriate
  • Prevent complications from prolonged bed rest such as:
    • Muscle weakness
    • Blood clots
    • Pressure injuries
    • Pneumonia
• Neurological & Specialized Rehabilitation
  • Treat patients with:
    • Stroke
    • Spinal cord injuries
    • Brain injuries
    • Neurological disorders
  • Improve coordination, motor control, and balance
• Fall Prevention & Safety Training
  • Assess fall risks
  • Educate patients and families on safe mobility techniques
  • Recommend safety precautions and assistive devices
• Pain Management
  • Use therapeutic techniques and modalities to reduce pain
  • Assist patients in improving movement without increasing discomfort
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Work closely with:
    • Physicians
    • Nurses
    • Occupational Therapists
    • Speech Therapists
    • Case managers
  • Participate in discharge planning meetings
• Discharge Planning
  • Assess patient readiness for discharge
  • Recommend:
    • Home health therapy
    • Outpatient therapy
    • Rehabilitation facilities
    • Durable medical equipment (DME)