Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Adult Rehabilitation (Sign On Available!)
- $10,000 sign-on bonus (2-year commitment)
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How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open occupational therapist jobs in South Carolina post a median of $50 an hour, the middle half $45.50–$55.50, across 11 jobs that state their pay. Occupational therapists employed in South Carolina earn a median of $48.62 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Occupational therapists in South Carolina: pay by town and employer
Licensed in another state?
South Carolina is not issuing OT Compact privileges yet, so an occupational therapist or OT assistant licensed in another state needs a South Carolina license for this job. (Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a South Carolina license, apply to the South Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy (Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation) for a license by endorsement ($135, by its own page): what South Carolina asks. Every state's OT Compact status.
What South Carolina requires of an occupational therapist
Occupational Therapist, from the South Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy (Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation).
- Applicants need a current, active and unrestricted license from a state or territory with equivalent requirements, proof of current NBCOT certification in good standing, a notarized application with the fee and verification of all current permanent licenses from each state (S.C. Code Regs. 94-06; S.C. Code 40-36-240). A national FBI criminal records check supported by fingerprints is required (S.C. Code 40-36-250).
- Staying active: Licenses renew every two years by March 15; renewal requires 16 hours of continuing education per biennium and current NBCOT certification in good standing (S.C. Code 40-36-260).
Occupational therapist jobs and requirements in South Carolina · Every state's rule
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About the job
Occupational Therapist – Inpatient Rehabilitation
McLeod Health
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus Available with a 2-Year Commitment
Join Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Team
McLeod Health is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our Inpatient Rehabilitation team. In this role, you will help patients regain independence and improve their quality-of-life following illness, injury, or disability. Working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary care team, you will develop and implement individualized treatment plans that promote recovery and maximize functional outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Complete comprehensive patient evaluations through history, observation, and objective assessment techniques.
- Develop individualized treatment plans and establish measurable functional goals in collaboration with patients and families.
- Provide occupational therapy interventions for patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiovascular, developmental, and other functional impairments.
- Monitor patient progress, modify treatment plans as needed, and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
- Complete evaluations, re-evaluations, treatment notes, charges, and discharge summaries in accordance with departmental and hospital guidelines.
- Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team regarding patient progress, recommendations, and treatment plans.
- Assist with department scheduling adjustments and caseload management.
- Provide guidance and supervision to Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs), including goal setting and patient care coordination.
- Support departmental initiatives through mentoring, clinical education, competency training, performance improvement activities, and professional development.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized treatment environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education & Licensure
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
- Current South Carolina Occupational Therapy License.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Commitment to professional development and maintaining required continuing education for South Carolina licensure.
Why McLeod Health?
- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Collaborative inpatient rehabilitation environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- Supportive culture focused on exceptional patient care
Help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life while building your career with McLeod Health. Apply today!
Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area . With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds , including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.
From McLeod Health's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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