Physical Therapist

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Physical Therapist (PT) - Full Time - located in North Charleston, SC

We also have opportunities in the Summerville area!

Position Summary

Restore Mobility. Renew Hope.

At Coastal Rehab/Riverside Health and Rehab, our mission is to provide a sanctuary of compassionate care that honors the life stories of our residents. We believe that physical therapy is more than just exercises—it’s about restoring independence, dignity, and quality of life for our residents and patients.

We are looking for a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) who is passionate about geriatric care and wants to work in a facility that truly supports the "heroes who provide the care."

Full-time benefits start on the first day of the month following your start date!

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Duties & Responsibilities

As a Physical Therapist on our team, you will be the lead architect of resident mobility and recovery:

• Evaluation & Treatment: Conduct comprehensive initial assessments and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for residents.
• Functional Restoration: Provide high-quality therapy focusing on gait training, balance, strength, and fall prevention.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with our Nursing leadership (DON/ADON), Occupational Therapists, and Speech Therapists to provide holistic, person-centered care.
• Documentation: Maintain timely and accurate clinical records using Matrix, ensuring compliance with Medicare/Medicaid and state guidelines.
• Education: Provide training to residents, families, and restorative nursing staff on safe transfer techniques and equipment use.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Must have one year experience as an Physical Therapist (geriatric rehabilitation setting preferred)
• Must have current license to practice as a Physical Therapist in facility-specific state
• Must have current certification in Basic Life Support.
• Reliable transportation required.

Benefits

All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
• PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off Plan
• New Pet Insurance Discount available
• DailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it.
• Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction
• Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts
• Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families) 
• Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund
• Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction!
• In-facility education programs and more!

EOE Statement

Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets