Physical Therapist (PT)
Listed compensation
$45-$50/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
- Physical Therapist (PT)
- $45–$50/hour
- Greenville, SC
About Us
Patewood Post Acute is a beautiful 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in the heart of the Greenville metro area. But we're more than just a pretty face. We're building a reputation for excellence by investing in our team through training, advancement opportunities, and competitive compensation.
We also believe hard work deserves recognition, which is why we make it a priority to celebrate and support our employees every step of the way.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive pay: $45–$50/hr
- Medical, Dental, Vision health benefit plan options
- PTO and 401K matching
- PRN opportunities throughout our network
- Employee appreciation events throughout the year
- Supportive leadership and collaborative therapy team
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Position Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist (PT) to join our rehabilitation team, you will evaluate and treat residents, develop individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to help residents regain mobility, improve function, and maximize independence.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate residents and develop individualized treatment plans based on physician orders and clinical needs
- Provide skilled physical therapy services to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence
- Monitor resident progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate
- Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members regarding treatment goals and outcomes
- Complete accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility, state, federal, and payer requirements
- Participate in care plan meetings, rehabilitation conferences, and discharge planning activities
- Educate residents, families, and caregivers on therapy goals, safety techniques, and home exercise programs
- Conduct in-service education and training for facility staff as needed
- Ensure compliance with all state practice acts, facility policies, and regulatory requirements
- Promote resident safety, independence, and quality of life
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), therapy aides, and students in accordance with state regulations and facility policies
Qualifications
- Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required
- Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy preferred
- Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care preferred
- Experience with Casamba and PointClickCare (PCC) preferred
- Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills
- Licenses & Certifications
- Current Physical Therapist license in South Carolina and in good standing
- Must maintain all required continuing education requirements
- Must remain in good standing with the applicable State Board
- What Makes You a Great Fit
- Passion for helping residents regain mobility and independence
- Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and resident-focused
- Team-oriented and collaborative
Committed to Delivering Exceptional Therapy Outcomes
We are an equal opportunity employer. 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.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In South Carolina, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$88k (285 salary observations; 1,330 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (11,670 salary observations; 64,203 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 ~$99k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $105k 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 | $94k–$104k | Physical Therapy median $92k (middle half $68k–$107k)260 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| South Carolina vs national | $88k median in South Carolina | $94k nationally (−6%)285 state / 11,670 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$105k in purchasing power | South Carolina index 93.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in South Carolina | 482 active | 21,985 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 46% no call · 58% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | South Carolina physical therapist listings (all specialties): 27% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 26% offer loan repayment502 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,887 in the last 30 days | 4,353 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.3% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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