Physical Therapist

PHOENIX PHYSICAL THERAPY•Irmo, SC

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Phoenix Physical Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist for its outpatient clinic in Irmo, South Carolina. The role develops and implements therapy programs to restore function and improve physical movement. The Physical Therapist coordinates care with an interdisciplinary team and oversees physical therapy assistants, rehab aides, trainers, and other allied health professionals. The position includes evaluating patients, planning and delivering treatment, monitoring progress, and educating patients and families about recovery. Phoenix Physical Therapy operates more than 160 clinics across 11 states and has over 1,100 team members. Its community-focused clinics emphasize collaboration, work-life balance, continuing education, and career advancement. The company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy.
Physical Therapy license.
Current CPR certification.
Competency in PT evaluation, assessment, care planning, and treatment.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including oral and written communication.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Problem and situational analysis skills.
Ability to identify and seek needed information.
Detail-oriented.
Customer/client orientation.
Varied physical activities, including sitting, walking, squatting, stooping, lifting, bending, and reaching.
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and lift 100 pounds.
Ability to use equipment including a telephone, writing instruments, PC, fax, and physical therapy equipment.

Nice To Haves

Structured mentorship program is offered for new graduates.

Responsibilities

Meet with patients to collect medical history, evaluate current physical ability, and develop rehabilitative treatment programs to maximize function or reduce pain.
Use therapeutic procedures, exercise, and equipment to restore movement, strength, or flexibility.
Coordinate care across an interdisciplinary team of care providers and oversee physical therapy assistants, rehab aides, trainers, and other allied health professionals.
Periodically reevaluate patient status and modify care plans in response.
Educate patients and families about expectations throughout the recovery process.
Maintain patient confidentiality and safety.
Maintain compliance with Medicare and other quality initiatives.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.