Acute Lead Physical Therapist, FT Florence, SC

SummaryWe are in search of a talented Acute Care Lead Therapist to become part of our incredible team! Position eligible for a 15,000k sign-on bonus! The Acute Care Lead Physical Therapist reports to the Rehab Manager or Rehab Director.

Under general supervision, the Lead Physical Therapist develops, supervises and provides optimal patient care services as referred by physician for Physical Therapy, based on population-specific needs utilizing a developmental and patient/family directed approach.

This role provides daily operational supervision to assigned staff, Physical Therapists, Volunteers, Therapy Technicians, and Physical Therapy Assistants.

This position functions as a mentor and expert in specific clinical area and possesses advanced clinical skills.

Provides clinical education experiences for physical therapy students as assigned.

The Lead Therapist may work in both outpatient and inpatient services, all units throughout the hospital based on assigned caseload.Position TypeThis position is an acute care position.EducationBachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.Considerable knowledge of entry level evaluation and therapeutic interventions in physical therapy.Excellent communication skills.Ability to work in busy clinic environment.Licenses/CertificatesSC Physical Therapy licenseCurrent BLSBenefitsMUSC is a state facility, therefore our full-time positions come with the option of the State of South Carolina health and retirement benefits.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations.

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