Physical Therapist II

Job Description Summary
Outpatient physical therapist for Mount Pleasant Outpatient clinic.

Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type
Employee

Worker Sub-Type
Regular

Cost Center
CC000709 CHS - Therapy Clinic - Mt Pleasant (Offsite)

Pay Rate Type
Salary

Pay Grade
Health-30

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Work Shift
Job Description

Responsibilities

Consultation and Assessment

Consulting with patients to understand their physical condition, symptoms, and medical history.

Assessing and interpreting patient evaluations and test results.

Developing personalized treatment plans using a variety of treatment techniques.

Treatment Planning and Implementation

Creating individualized rehab programs for patients.

Utilizing various treatment methods, such as therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities (e.g., heat, cold, ultrasound).

Educating and coaching patients on therapeutic exercises and stretches to improve their condition.

Providing Hands‑On Therapy and Pain Management techniques

Manual therapy, joint mobilizations, soft tissue mobilization, etc.

Maintaining patient’s electronic medical record

Maintaining accurate patient records, tracking goals and progress.

Documenting adaptations to treatment plans based on patient response and changing needs.

Advising patients and their families on in‑home treatment options and recovery expectations and appropriately documenting education.

Education and Licensure

Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.

Greater than one year experience as a physical therapist.

Licensure as a Physical Therapist by the South Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.

Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Physical Requirements

Mobility & Posture

Standing: Continuous

Sitting: Continuous

Walking: Continuous

Climbing stairs: Infrequent

Working indoors: Continuous

Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent

Working from elevated areas: Frequent

Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent

Kneeling: Infrequent

Bending at the waist: Continuous

Twisting at the waist: Frequent

Squatting: Frequent

Manual Dexterity & Strength

Pinching operations: Frequent

Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous

Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous

Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous

Reaching overhead: Frequent

Reaching in all directions: Continuous

Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous

Full use of both legs: Continuous

Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent

Lifting & Force Requirements

Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent

Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36": Infrequent

Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent

Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent

Examples:

Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient = 50 lbs. force

Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet = 20 lbs. force

Push patient stretcher one-handed = 25 lbs. force

Vision & Sensory

Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous

Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous

Color discrimination: Continuous

Depth perception: Continuous

Peripheral vision: Continuous

Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous

Tactile sensory function: Continuous

Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous

Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous

Respirator use qualification: Continuous

Work Environment & Conditions

Effective stress management: Continuous

Rotating shifts: Frequent

Overtime as required: Frequent

Latex-safe environment: Continuous

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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.

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