PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant

MUSC - Lancaster; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

ARMStaffing seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (Outpatient) for a 13-week contract in Lancaster, SC. Shifts are 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with no weekends or on‑call requirements.

The PTA works under a licensed Physical Therapist to support outpatient evaluations and treatment planning. Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, guiding therapeutic exercises, documenting patient progress in Epic, educating patients, and reporting changes to the supervising PT.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of outpatient PTA experience.
• Active South Carolina PTA license and BLS.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist PT in developing and implementing treatment plans.
• Administer therapeutic exercises and modalities.
• Document patient progress in Epic and report changes.

Skills

Outpatient PTA

Patient evaluation

Treatment planning

Epic documentation

Education

Active SC PTA License

BLS Certification

Tools

Epic Charting System

Job description

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient (Day Shift) in Lancaster, South Carolina.

Location

Lancaster, SC

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

5x8 hour shifts from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday. No weekends or on-call requirements.

Job Description

The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide therapeutic care to patients in an outpatient setting, working under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist. The candidate should be comfortable with patient evaluations and treatment plans and demonstrate a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physical Therapists in developing and implementing treatment plans.
• Administer therapeutic exercises and modalities as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Document patient progress and maintain accurate records using the Epic charting system.
• Educate and assist patients in therapeutic activities and exercises.
• Monitor patient outcomes and report significant changes to the supervising Physical Therapist.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant in an outpatient setting.

Certifications/Licensure

• Active South Carolina PTA License.
• BLS Certification.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.