Physical Therapy Asst. Part Time

PACS Group • Greenwood, SC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

McCormick Post Acute is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care. The role helps residents improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence while working with an interdisciplinary team in a family-oriented post-acute care community. The position is based in McCormick, South Carolina, near the South Carolina–Georgia border.

The assistant treats residents as directed by the Physical Therapist; completes accurate and timely documentation; maintains a safe treatment environment; and communicates with the supervising therapist and care team about resident progress, goals, and discharge planning. The role also includes educating residents, families, and caregivers, supporting restorative aide training, recommending needed mobility equipment, participating in care and rehabilitation meetings as needed, and contributing to quality improvement and rehabilitation program development. The employee must maintain resident and company confidentiality and keep department equipment in good working order.

Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Active, unencumbered South Carolina Physical Therapist Assistant license in good standing.
• Meet continuing education requirements applicable to state practice.
• Proficient in computer skills, including data entry in programs such as Net Health and Point Click Care.
• Ability to read technical procedures and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
• Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and families.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently and sit occasionally; occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed.
• Ability to reach, push, pull, lift, and manipulate objects and equipment, including exertion that may occasionally exceed 100 pounds, frequently exceed 50 pounds, or constantly exceed 20 pounds.
• Ability to assist, support, and transport residents using safe resident handling practices.
• Effective talking and hearing, and the ability to perceive and respond to tactile, auditory, and visual environmental cues.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a fast-paced healthcare setting is preferred.
• Additional certifications as appropriate per facility; CPR certification if required by licensure.

Responsibilities

• Treat residents as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation according to facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Participate in resident care conferences and rehabilitation meetings as needed.
• Assist the nursing department with training Restorative Aides.
• Communicate routinely with the supervising Physical Therapist about updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
• Provide in-services on training programs for facility staff as needed.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise and maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
• Recommend and facilitate ordering durable medical equipment to support residents’ mobility and independence.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and company information.
• Report problems with department equipment so it can be maintained in good working order.
• Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and rehabilitation program development as assigned.
• Relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.

Benefits

• $27–$35 per hour.
• Flexible scheduling options for work/life balance.
• Growth, advancement, and PRN opportunities within South Carolina sister facilities.
• Positive team culture with supportive leadership.
• Fun, family-oriented atmosphere.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree