Outpatient Physical Therapist
Columbia, SC
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,970/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The organization is seeking a Physical Therapist specializing in outpatient services at a healthcare facility located in Columbia, South Carolina. This position involves evaluating and treating patients with various musculoskeletal injuries in a clinic setting, working closely with a team of therapists to provide effective care.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with a minimum of 40 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: BS or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy; current license for the state of South Carolina; outpatient orthopedic experience of at least 1 year; manual therapy techniques of at least 1 year; experience treating spains, strains, and fractures of 2 years; experience practicing as a physical therapist of 2 years
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience treating 14-16 patients per day; additional experience in outpatient orthopedic settings
- Additional Information: Contract position for outpatient orthopedic treatment. Therapists will evaluate and treat patients with musculoskeletal injuries, communicate treatment plans with medical teams, and report patient progress to physicians, including orthopedic and hand surgeons. Collaboration with colleagues and adherence to clinical protocols are essential.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Allied
5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied
Pros
Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler
Cons
None
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You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
About Columbia, SC
As a Travel Physical Therapist in Columbia, SC here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 92°F and lows of 71°F.
- Average winter highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F.
- Plenty of options for short term rentals, with furnished apartments and homes available.
- Relatively easy to find through local rental agencies and online platforms.
- Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen levels.
- Columbia has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art scene with impressive murals and art galleries, music venues, and annual events like Greekfest and Riverfest.
- Outdoor activities include Riverfront Park, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, and the Soda City Market.
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