Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Outpatient

Orthopedics: Cervicalgia, Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD), Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD), Extremity Mobilization, Gait training, Hip fractures/injuries, Knee injuries/tendinopathy, Low back pain, Osteoarthritis, Sciatica, Spinal Conditions. Role Overview: This role involves guiding patients through therapeutic exercises, monitoring progress, and adjusting treatments to support recovery from injuries or medical conditions in a clinical setting.

Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant(PTA) OutpatientLocation: South Carolina (Abbeville)Contract Type: TravelerStart Date: 07/06/2026.                    Pay Range: CompetitiveCome for the role. Stay for the people. Abbeville, South Carolina offers a relaxed small‑town lifestyle with a strong sense of community, making it appealing for those looking to slow down while working nearby. The town features historic charm, including a picturesque downtown square and the Abbeville Opera House, along with access to outdoor recreation like Lake Russell and local parks. Residents benefit from a lower cost of living compared to larger cities, which can make relocating for work more affordable. While it’s quieter than urban areas, Abbeville still provides essential amenities and is within driving distance of larger hubs for additional dining, shopping, and entertainment.Role Overview: This role involves guiding patients through therapeutic exercises, monitoring progress, and adjusting treatments to support recovery from injuries or medical conditions in a clinical setting.Requirements:

• 2 years’ experience required.
• Flu Vaccine Required - Medical/Religious Exemptions and Declinations Allowed
• 1^st time traveler experience accepted.
• EPIC Charting System preferred.
• Certifications Required: BLS, PTA
• Licensure: SC State Licensure

Required Skills:

• Work Setting: Outpatient Clinic
• Orthopedics: Cervicalgia, Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD), Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD), Extremity Mobilization, Gait training, Hip fractures/injuries, Knee injuries/tendinopathy, Low back pain, Osteoarthritis, Sciatica, Spinal Conditions
• Assessment: AROM/AAROM/PROM, Assistive Devices, Body Mechanics, Identifying  Environmental Barriers, Pain assessment, Strength testing, Vital Sign monitoring
• Modalities: Cryotherapy, Moist Heat,
• Neurologic: Parkinson’s disease, Post Stroke Rehabilitation

Preferred Skills / Certs / Exp:

• Work Setting: Acute Care
• Orthopedics: Ankle sprains, Elbow injuries/tendinopathy, Frozen shoulder, LE Amputations, Lumbar Traction, Myofascial Release, Total hip replacement, Total knee replacement
• Modalities: Cervical Traction, E-stim, Lumbar Traction, Ultrasound
• Neurologic: Dementia/Alzheimer’s
• Geriatrics: Medical Surgical

Professional Skills and Knowledge

• Home Exercise Program
• Lifting and transfer
• Patient family education
• Signs & Symptoms physical, sexual, psychological abuse

Schedule:IP and OP primarily M-F with the possibility of weekends in inpatient as needed (rare) with time off during the week. OP would be M,W,F and IP T,TH.Apply Today!

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