Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehab
Sumter, SC
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehab

Location: Sumter, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Schedule:

• 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday, 5 shifts of 8 hours each
• Inpatient setting

Job Description

• Provide physical therapy services in an acute care inpatient rehabilitation setting.
• Acute care experience is required.
• Rehabilitation hospital experience is preferred.
• Must have lifting and patient transfer skills.
• First-time travelers accepted.
• Minimum 1 year of experience required in specialty.
• Teal scrub color required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in South Carolina.
• Minimum of 1 year of Physical Therapist experience within the last year.
• Ability to perform lifting and patient transfers safely.

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Proof of identity and eligibility to work (I9, Driver’s License/State ID).
• Background checks including 7-year history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and others as required.
• Education verification and license primary source verification.
• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet physical demands.
• Immunizations and health screenings including:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days of start.
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine if working in high-risk areas.
  • Flu vaccine or approved exemption (seasonal requirement).
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or declination.
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella immunity or vaccination.
• Drug screening within 1 year of start, updated annually.
• Respirator fit test to be completed onsite during orientation.

Certifications and Training

• ACLS (American Heart Association or American Red Cross) - must not expire within 30 days of start.
• BLS (AHA or ARC) - must not expire within 30 days of start.
• Other certifications as applicable to unit assignment (e.g., PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC, EFM).
• Completion of facility-specific online orientation modules within 72 hours of assignment.
• Pass required competency exams (medication, arrhythmia, pharmacology) as applicable.
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) or Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) certification if required by unit.

Additional Information

• Candidates must carry valid ID while on duty.
• Badge photo required prior to start (passport-style, plain background).
• Candidates must complete all required documentation and training to be cleared for assignment start.
• Prior travel experience is not required for this position.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive inpatient rehab environment with a structured schedule and comprehensive compliance support.