Role: Physical Therapist, Outpatient (PT)
Location: Cheraw, SC
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.

Duties:

1. Patient Evaluation & Assessment

• Review medical history and physician referrals
• Assess:
  • Strength
  • Flexibility
  • Range of motion
  • Balance and posture
  • Functional mobility and pain levels
• Develop individualized treatment goals

💪 2. Therapeutic Exercise Programs

• Design customized exercise plans to improve:
  • Strength
  • Endurance
  • Flexibility
  • Coordination
• Progress exercises based on patient improvement

👐 3. Manual Therapy Techniques

• Perform hands-on treatments such as:
  • Joint mobilization
  • Soft tissue massage
  • Stretching
  • Myofascial release

🚶 4. Mobility & Functional Training

• Improve walking, balance, and movement mechanics
• Train patients in functional tasks and return-to-activity exercises
• Assist athletes and active individuals with performance recovery

🦴 5. Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

• Provide rehabilitation after surgeries such as:
  • Joint replacements
  • ACL repairs
  • Rotator cuff surgeries
  • Spinal procedures
• Monitor healing progress and recovery milestones

⚠️ 6. Pain Management

• Use therapeutic modalities including:
  • Heat/cold therapy
  • Electrical stimulation
  • Ultrasound
  • Therapeutic taping
• Help reduce pain and inflammation naturally through movement

🧠 7. Injury Prevention & Education

• Educate patients on:
  • Proper posture
  • Body mechanics
  • Ergonomics
  • Injury prevention strategies
• Teach home exercise programs for continued recovery

🏃 8. Sports & Orthopedic Rehabilitation

• Treat sports injuries and musculoskeletal conditions
• Assist patients in returning to work, sports, or daily activities safely

🤝 9. Collaboration with Healthcare Providers

• Communicate with physicians and specialists regarding patient progress
• Coordinate care plans and treatment updates

👨‍👩‍👧 10. Patient Motivation & Support

• Encourage patient participation and adherence to therapy plans
• Track progress and adjust goals as needed

📑 11. Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate therapy notes and progress reports
• Document patient outcomes and treatment effectiveness
• Ensure compliance with insurance and clinic policies