Physical Therapist - Pediatric Rehabilitation (Florence) Sign On Available!
- $15,000 sign-on bonus
- Tuition help up to $52,500 a year
- Relocation assistance
- BLS
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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 $45.89โ$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).
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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.
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- 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 โ Pediatric Rehabilitation
Location: Florence, SC
๐ฐ $15,000 Sign-On Bonus Available
๐ $7,500 Relocation Assistance
๐ Up to $52,500 in Tuition Reimbursement ($7,500 annually for 7 years)
Join Our Pediatric Rehabilitation Team!
McLeod Health is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapist to join our Pediatric Rehabilitation team in Florence, South Carolina. In this role, you will work with pediatric patients and their families to improve mobility, restore function, enhance independence, and support overall health and wellness through individualized therapy plans.
This is an excellent opportunity for a therapist who is passionate about making a meaningful impact in children's lives while enjoying competitive incentives, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive interdisciplinary team environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive patient evaluations through history review, observation, and objective assessments.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs, learning style, and goals.
- Provide therapeutic interventions for a variety of conditions, including developmental, neurological, musculoskeletal, and cardiovascular impairments.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to achieve measurable functional outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries.
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and participate in regular patient care discussions and goal setting.
- Contribute to departmental success through mentorship, clinical instruction, performance improvement initiatives, and professional development activities.
- Maintain compliance with safety standards and ensure a clean, organized treatment environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time
- 72โ80 Hours Biweekly
- Monday โ Friday
- Flexible Work Schedule
Education & Licensure
- Active South Carolina Physical Therapy License required
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR-AED) Certification through the American Heart Association
Why Join McLeod Health?
- $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
- $7,500 Relocation Assistance
- Up to $52,500 Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Flexible weekday schedule
- Collaborative pediatric rehabilitation environment
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and their families
Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to helping children achieve their highest level of function and independence.
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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