Physical Therapist (PT) PRN, Outpatient

Lifepoint Health; Cheraw (SC); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

McLeod Health Cheraw in Cheraw, SC is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist (PT) for outpatient care. The role emphasizes evaluating and treating patients with individualized programs, supervising PT staff, and documenting goals and progress to support recovery and functional improvement.

Applicants must hold an accredited PT degree, state licensure, and BLS within 30 days of hire. Strong critical thinking and the ability to work with minimal supervision are essential in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• State PT license required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Must demonstrate critical thinking, decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.
• Supervises physical therapy assistants and aides in performing treatment.
• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Establishes a plan of care aligned with patient goals and capabilities.
• Plans, prepares and carries out individualized programs to improve function and reduce pain.
• Performs therapy interventions using standard PT techniques appropriate to patient age and condition.
• Directs and supervises staff and delegates tasks, ensuring communication channels.
• Administers treatments involving physical agents and equipment.
• Evaluates and adjusts prosthetic/orthotic devices as needed.
• Identifies goals, progress and reevaluation plans.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Independence

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program degree

Physical Therapist License in State

BLS within 30 days of hire

Job description

Title: Physical Therapist (PT)

Job Type: PRN

Setting: Outpatient

Your experience matters!

At McLeod Health Cheraw located in Cheraw, SC we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person.

As a PRN Physical Therapist (PT) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

• Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs. Provides educational information to patients in regard to injury prevention, ergonomics, restorative therapy and rehabilitation therapy.


• Supervises physical therapy assistants and aides in performing treatment.


• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.


• Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.


• Plans, prepares and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients.


• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.


• Directs and supervises physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel. Assesses competence, delegates specific tasks, and establishes channels of communication.


• Administers treatment involving application of physical agents, using equipment, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines.


• Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications.


• Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program


• Physical Therapist License in State


• Basic Life Support (BLS) obtain within 30 days of hire


• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.


• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

About us

McLeod Health Cheraw located in Cheraw, SC and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

\"McLeod Health Cheraw is an Equal Opportunity Employer. McLeod Health Cheraw is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.\"

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.