Physical Therapist – Outpatient/Sports Medicine – $25K Bonus + Relocation
- $25,000 sign-on bonus
- Tuition help $7,500
- Relocation assistance
- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist jobs in South Carolina post a median of $51.38 an hour, the middle half $45.89–$55.50, across 13 jobs that state their pay. Physical therapists employed in South Carolina earn a median of $48.72 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).
Physical therapists in South Carolina: pay by town and employer
Licensed in another state?
South Carolina issues and accepts PT Compact privileges: a physical therapist or PT assistant whose home state is a member can take this job on a compact privilege instead of a South Carolina license, $45 for a PT. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a South Carolina license, apply to the South Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for a license by endorsement ($110, by its own page): what South Carolina asks. Every state's PT Compact status.
What South Carolina requires of a physical therapist
Physical Therapist license, from the South Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
- An applicant licensed in another state submits a completed notarized application and the fee, an official transcript sent directly by the physical therapy school, examination scores reported directly by the Interstate Reporting Service or another recognized examination service, official verification of a current license, and state (SLED) and FBI criminal records checks supported by fingerprints.
- Staying active: Licenses are renewed biennially, before January 1 of every other year, with 30 contact hours (3.0 continuing education units) per biennium, including 3 hours of ethics, professionalism or South Carolina jurisprudence.
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About the job
Physical Therapist – Outpatient Rehab/Sports Medicine
Florence, SC | $25,000 Sign-On Bonus | Relocation Assistance Up TO $7,500
Invest in Your Career. Make an Impact. Grow With McLeod Health.
Are you a Physical Therapist looking for an opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of your patients?
McLeod Health is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist to join our Outpatient Rehabilitation/Sports Medicine team in Florence, South Carolina.
Whether you're an experienced Physical Therapist or looking for your next career opportunity, McLeod offers an exceptional opportunity to practice in a collaborative environment while receiving significant financial and professional development support.
An Opportunity Worth Exploring!
- $25,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Relocation Assistance up to $7,500
- $7,500 Annual Tuition Reimbursement for each successfully completed year, up to seven years, subject to program requirements.
- Full-time employment.
- Monday–Friday schedule.
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, and career advancement.
Potential for up to $52,500 in tuition reimbursement over seven years!
Your Role & Impact
As a Physical Therapist, you will provide comprehensive, patient-centered rehabilitation services to individuals with musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiovascular, and developmental conditions.
You will use your clinical expertise to evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and implement evidence-based interventions designed to reduce pain, restore mobility, improve function, and promote long-term health and wellness.
What You'll Do
- Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized plans of care.
- Provide therapeutic interventions tailored to each patient's needs and functional goals.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Collaborate with physicians, Physical Therapist Assistants, and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Participate in professional development, continuing education, and performance improvement initiatives.
- Support clinical education and mentorship opportunities.
- Promote a safe, organized, and patient-focused treatment environment.
What You'll Bring
- Active South Carolina Physical Therapy License.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR/AED) certification.
- Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- A passion for helping patients achieve their rehabilitation and wellness goals.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time
- 72–80 hours biweekly
- Monday–Friday
- Flexible scheduling available
Why Florence, South Carolina?
Enjoy a welcoming community, affordable living, and convenient access to South Carolina's beautiful beaches and outdoor attractions.
Florence offers a great combination of community living, career opportunities, and an excellent location for enjoying everything the Carolinas have to offer.
Take the Next Step in Your Physical Therapy Career!
At McLeod Health, we believe in investing in our people. With a substantial sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and ongoing tuition reimbursement opportunities, this is more than a job opportunity - it's an investment in your future.
Join McLeod Health and help patients move better, feel better, and live better!
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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