Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$28-$32/hr
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
habilitation network, you’ll have the support, mentorship, and tools you need to thrive as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in a modern outpatient orthopedic setting.
We’re hiring full-time, part-time, and PRN PTAs who are passionate about helping patients recover movement and return to the activities they love. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced clinician, you’ll find a collaborative environment, competitive pay, and a clear career path that grows with you.
- Why Clinicians Choose BenchMark | Summerville - Wescott, SC
- Competitive Physical Therapist Assistant compensation: $28.00 - $32.00
- Achievable monthly clinical bonus program, over 90% of clinicians qualify
- 100% employer paid medical health insurance premium option available
- Dental and Vision insurance
- 401k with company match
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
Structured Onboarding and Mentorship for New-grad PTAs
- Robust continuing education and CEU opportunities through Upstream - with annual allowance!
- Pathways for professional development and long-term career advancement
- Modern clinical technology that reduces documentation time so you can focus on patients
- A supportive team and leadership invested in your success
- What You’ll Do as a Physical Therapist Assistant
- Deliver hands-on, evidence-based care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
- Help patients improve mobility, strength, and function through individualized treatment plans
- Track patient progress and collaborate closely with your clinical team
- Foster positive relationships with patients, providers, and your local community
- Continue your professional growth through Upstream’s mentorship and learning programs
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Active SC PTA license (or eligibility)
- A Better Place to Build Your PTA Career
When you join Upstream Rehabilitation, you get the strength of a national network with the feel of a local clinic.
Our central support teams handle the administrative work, so you can focus on what matters most — the patient in front of you. With a network of over 1,200 clinics coast-to-coast across 26 brand partners, we lead the industry in quality outcomes, leveraging data, technology, and innovation to reduce paperwork and give you more time for care.
You’ll be part of a fantastic group of clinicians who shape our culture, create a positive work environment, and know how to have fun along the way. It’s easy to see why so many Physical Therapists choose to grow their careers with Upstream.
Estimated pay ranges listed above are based on several factors including but not limited to your pay class, experience, background and geographic location of the clinic
Benefits and eligibility are dependent on employment status and pay class (full-time, part-time, or PRN). Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver hands-on, evidence-based physical therapy care under the supervision of a licensed therapist. Track patient progress and collaborate with the clinical team to improve patient mobility and function.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In South Carolina, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (271 salary observations; 1,233 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (11,898 salary observations; 60,349 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for South Carolina is 93.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$62k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $67k in an average-cost state. 60.6% of South Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $58k–$67k | Physical Therapy median $67k (middle half $60k–$73k)13 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| South Carolina vs national | $89k median in South Carolina | $94k nationally (−6%)271 state / 11,898 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$67k in purchasing power | South Carolina index 93.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in South Carolina | 505 active | 21,727 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | South Carolina Physical Therapist listings: 27% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 24% offer loan repayment525 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,627 in the last 30 days | 4,304 the 30 days before (+77%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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