Physical Therapist - Student Loan Contribution Payment Program

Physical Therapist - Full-time - Elgin, South Carolina

Student Loan Contribution Payment Program

We are looking for a Full-time Physical Therapist to join our team!

Midlands Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Elgin, South Carolina serves the greater Columbia area with high-quality inpatient rehabilitative care. We provide specialized rehabilitation services for patients recovering from strokes, brain and spinal cord injuries, amputations, orthopedic injuries, and other debilitating conditions.

Our passionate team of rehabilitation physicians, nurses, and therapists works together to deliver individualized treatment plans – including intensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy – to help patients rebuild strength and independence. In our nurturing, state-of-the-art facility, patients benefit from the latest rehab technologies and a supportive atmosphere.

Joint Commission-accredited and part of an award-winning network, Midlands Regional Rehabilitation Hospital takes pride in helping patients achieve meaningful recovery close to home. 

Why relocate to Elgin, South Carolina? A peaceful, rural setting with charming neighborhoods and top-rated schools and quick commute to Columbia’s shopping, dining, and cultural scene. Nearby access to outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and golfing. Affordable housing and a slower pace of life that supports work-life balance. Regular community events, festivals, and local traditions that bring people together. If you're seeking meaningful work in a place where you can put down roots, Elgin might be the perfect fit.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits:

• PPO and High-Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible and Health Saving account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability
• Competitive compensation

Wellness & Work Life balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives.
• Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.

Professional Growth:

• Continuing education opportunities
• Clinical Career Ladder Bonus Program
• Therapy Preceptor Bonus Program

What you bring:

• A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.
• Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy.
• Current State Physical Therapist License.
• Current CPR

Required Skills:

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Provides services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease. Examines patient's medical history, evaluates their physical abilities, determines their potential to respond to therapy, and develops treatment plans.  Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.