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Physical Therapist - Berkeley Hospital
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What they do
A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.
$88,436 / year median in South Carolina
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
8Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)Location:
Physical Therapy- Roper Berkeley Hospital
Summerville, SC Shift:
As Needed 8:00am- 4:30pm This position is for the Roper Berkeley Hospital expansion and will have a start day in October 2025.
Francis Berkeley Hospital:
Expanding to Serve More Our community is growing and so are we! Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital is doubling its bed capacity as part of a major expansion, set for completion in early 2026. This growth will bring expanded services to emergency, cardiology, orthopedics, obstetrics, neurology, inpatient dialysis and additional specialties in our Medical Office Building. We are proud to be a trusted place of hope, healing and support for our neighbors, families and friends. Ready to make a difference? Let's build something together. Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Physical Therapist completes initial assessments, ongoing assessments and provides skilled therapeutic interventions to patients through the use of their educational knowledge, skill, and ability. This may involve outpatients, inpatients, pediatrics and off-site locations. Services the patients as a part of the entire continuum of professional care. Essential Job Functions Evaluates patients, gathering pertinent information from various sources, and develops an appropriate treatment plan with specific goals. Responsible for ongoing assessment, efficiency of treatment plan and revisions of plan as needed. Provides direct therapy to patients daily following patient's plan of care and current standards of practice for Physical Therapy . Provides instruction in therapeutic procedures to patients and family. Maintains accurate and concise records on treatment provided and patient's progress. Documents all care provided, coordination of services, orders, goals, etc. in the patient's electronic medical record in an accurate and timely manner. Provides timely co-signature for supervised physical therapy assistants, if applicable Maintains set level of productivity without jeopardizing quality. Delivers efficient and effective care to patients meeting and exceeding department standards. Maintains departmental policies and procedures regarding safety, infection control, time off requests and timecard recording. This will include all necessary education and yearly compliance requirements. Supervises the physical therapist assistant's treatment interventions and professional growth. May precept in the direction and evaluation of clinical experience / internship of students from participating colleges or universities. Promotes rehabilitation services and wellness center activities with patients, family and caregivers, if applicable. Coordinates with other disciplines, agencies/companies, families, etc. to ensure that the care needs of the patient are met. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensing/Certification Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of current practice or meet all qualifications for traineeship or temporary license in the state of current practice (required) BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH) Work Experience 2 years of experience in equivalent setting (preferred) Training None Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being- personally and professionally.
- and long-term disability Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
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SS Human Resources- Talent Acquisition It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.