Physical Therapist (PT) – Medical-Surgical

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist (PT) – Medical-Surgical to provide high-quality rehabilitation services in Cheraw, South Carolina. This opportunity is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping patients restore mobility, improve functional independence, and recover from illness, injury, or surgical procedures.

The Physical Therapist will evaluate patients with a variety of medical and surgical conditions, develop individualized treatment plans, and implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve strength, mobility, balance, and overall physical function.

Working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, case managers, and other interdisciplinary healthcare professionals, this individual will play an important role in supporting patient recovery, safe mobility, and effective discharge planning.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a Physical Therapist to apply their clinical expertise in a Medical-Surgical healthcare environment while making a meaningful difference in patients' recovery and quality of life.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Current, active, and unrestricted Physical Therapist (PT) license in South Carolina
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Strong knowledge of physical therapy evaluation, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions
• Ability to assess patient mobility, strength, balance, and functional limitations
• Ability to develop and implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans
• Strong clinical judgment, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills when working with patients, families, physicians, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
• Commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and evidence-based rehabilitation care

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience providing Physical Therapy services in a rehabilitation setting
• Experience working in an acute-care hospital or Medical-Surgical unit
• Experience treating patients recovering from surgery, acute illness, injury, or prolonged hospitalization
• Familiarity with therapeutic exercise, gait training, transfer techniques, and functional mobility interventions
• Experience supporting discharge planning and recommending appropriate rehabilitation services
• Knowledge of fall prevention, patient safety, and mobility assistance techniques
• Experience working with medically complex patients or individuals with multiple health conditions
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and physical therapy documentation requirements
• Strong ability to manage multiple patient care priorities while maintaining high clinical standards

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a licensed Physical Therapist who has graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program, maintains an unrestricted South Carolina PT license, and possesses current CPR certification.

Candidates should demonstrate strong clinical assessment abilities, sound therapeutic judgment, and the ability to develop individualized treatment plans that address patients' functional limitations and rehabilitation needs.

Professionals with previous experience in rehabilitation, acute-care physical therapy, or Medical-Surgical patient care will be particularly well aligned with this opportunity.

While previous rehabilitation experience is preferred, it is not a mandatory qualification. Candidates who meet the required educational, licensing, and certification standards are encouraged to apply.

The strongest applicants will be comfortable evaluating patients with diverse medical conditions, implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions, and collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support safe recovery and improved functional independence.

Successful candidates will demonstrate clinical confidence, adaptability, compassionate communication, and a commitment to improving patient mobility and quality of life.

Compensation

$76,000 – $114,000 annually

Compensation within the listed range will be determined based on the candidate's additional physical therapy expertise, professional clinical experience, rehabilitation or acute-care background, specialized qualifications, advanced clinical competencies, and overall alignment with the position.

Why Join Through Tap Healthcare Solutions?

At Tap Healthcare Solutions, we recognize the essential role Physical Therapists play in helping patients regain mobility, restore independence, and recover from medical and surgical conditions. Their clinical expertise, individualized treatment approaches, and commitment to functional recovery make them invaluable members of the healthcare team.

This opportunity in Cheraw, South Carolina, offers a licensed Physical Therapist the chance to apply specialized rehabilitation skills, work with diverse Medical-Surgical patient populations, and contribute to meaningful patient outcomes while earning competitive compensation.

Our team will support you throughout the hiring process with clear communication, personalized attention, and a candidate-focused approach. We'll help ensure this opportunity aligns with your physical therapy experience, professional licensure, preferred clinical environment, compensation expectations, and long-term career goals, helping you pursue a position where your expertise is valued and your contributions make a meaningful difference.