Physical Therapist II

About the role

The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients recovering from injury, disease, surgery, or other ailments. Establishes treatment plans and treats patients using a variety of methods, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment to ease patients' pain and help them recover. Works cooperatively with physicians, case managers, and insurance adjusters. Documents and reports on patients' progress. May supervise physical therapy assistants, aides, and athletic trainers.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients recovering from injury, disease, surgery, or other ailments.
• Establishes treatment plans and treats patients using a variety of methods, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment to ease patients' pain and help them recover.
• Works cooperatively with physicians, case managers, and insurance adjusters.
• Documents and reports on patients' progress.
• May supervise physical therapy assistants, aides, and athletic trainers.

Requirements

• Education: Doctorate degree or equivalent in Physical Therapy.
• With Minimum of 1 year experience, OR Equivalent Work Experience: 4-6 years.
• Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Active Physical Therapist Licensure. Candidates must obtain their South Carolina license prior to their start date, as they cannot begin work without it. The licensure process typically takes less than one month.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent)
• Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
• Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent)
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
• Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent)
• Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent)
• Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent)
• Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)
• Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
• Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)
• Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift/lower objects 15 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift from 36 inches to overhead 15 lbs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous)
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
• *(Selected Positions) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
• Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)
• *Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Frequent)
• *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Frequent)
• *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous)
• (Selected Positions)* Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Frequent)
• (Selected Positions)* Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous)

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Effective teamwork and collaboration.
• Proficient in computer software relevant to the field.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee assistance programs.

Pay

Salary grade Health-30, Scheduled Weekly Hours 40.

Schedule

Work shift: Continuous.

Entity/Organization

MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center).

FLSA Status

Hourly.

Additional Information

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.