Physical Therapist Student (Full Time)

Join the McCormick Team as a Physical Therapist! At McCormick Post Acute, we're more than just a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility—we're a family! We believe in building meaningful relationships with our residents, their families, and one another while providing exceptional care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We're growing and looking for a compassionate, motivated Physical Therapist to help our residents regain strength, confidence, and independence. Whether you're an experienced therapist or a new graduate ready to launch your career, we'd love to welcome you to our team!

Excellent Healthcare Benefits (Full-Time)

401(k) with Company Match (Full-Time)

Professional Development & Growth Opportunities

We're Looking For Someone Who Has a degree in Physical Therapy

Holds (or is eligible for) a South Carolina Physical Therapist license

Is passionate about helping others achieve their highest level of independence

New Graduates are encouraged to apply!

Essential Duties Evaluate residents to determine physical therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.

Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.

Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident related activities, following state practice act.

Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.

Participates in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.

Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.

Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.

Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.

Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.

Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in mobility; Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.

Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.

Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.

Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.

Supervises PT assistants (PTA), aides, and students.

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Physical Therapy.

Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs for Net Health and Point Click Care.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state.

Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility.

Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the ability to stand and walk frequently and sit occasionally, as well as occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed to provide resident care and operate equipment. The position requires the ability to reach, push, pull, lift, and manipulate objects and equipment, with exertion that may occasionally exceed 100 pounds, frequently exceed 50 pounds, or constantly exceed 20 pounds to safely move residents or equipment. Effective communication, including talking and hearing, is required to interact with residents, families, and the healthcare team. The ability to perceive and respond to environmental cues, including tactile, auditory, and visual information, is essential for safe and effective resident care. Other essential functions include assisting, supporting, and transporting residents in accordance with safe resident handling practices.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, in compliance with applicable federal and state laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

PACS PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic.