Physical Therapist - PT (PHYT)

Travel Physical Therapist (PT) – Acute Care Hospital

Charleston, South Carolina
Contract Duration: 12 Weeks (April 6, 2026 – June 29, 2026)
Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,924.60
Schedule: Day Shift | 5x8 Hours (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM) | 40 Hours

Position Overview

Trinity Healthcare Talent Services is seeking a Travel Physical Therapist (PT) for an acute care hospital assignment in Charleston, SC.

The Physical Therapist will work in a fast-paced Level I Trauma Center, providing evaluation and treatment for adult patients with a wide range of medical and surgical conditions. This role involves collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to support patient recovery, mobility, and discharge planning.

Facility Information

• Facility: MUSC Health Charleston
• Setting: Acute Care Hospital
• Trauma Level: Level I Trauma Center
• Charting System: EPIC
• Work Environment: High-acuity, interdisciplinary team-based care

Clinical Coverage Areas

Therapists will treat patients in:

• Medical-Surgical units
• Orthopedics (including total joints)
• Trauma care
• Neurology and neurosurgery
• General medicine and transplant cases

Key Responsibilities

• Perform patient evaluations and mobility assessments
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide therapeutic interventions including gait training and functional mobility
• Assist in discharge planning and care transitions
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment as needed
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation in EPIC

Required Qualifications

Active South Carolina Physical Therapist License (or proof of application)
BLS Certification (AHA)
Minimum 1 year of acute care experience
Experience working with adult patient populations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in acute care hospital settings
• Exposure to trauma, ortho, neuro, and med-surg patients
• Strong adaptability in fast-paced environments

Scheduling & Assignment Details

• Monday – Friday schedule
• 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM shifts
• Weekend rotation (~2–3 weekends during contract with comp days)
• 40 hours guaranteed per week

Important Notes

• Non-local candidates preferred (60-mile radius rule applies)
• RTO must be submitted at time of application
• Travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during hurricane season
• Only one MUSC submission allowed per candidate

Compliance Requirements

Candidates must complete:

• Active SC licensure verification (or proof of application)
• Skills checklist and onboarding modules
• Pre-start compliance (modules ~4 hours, non-billable)
• SSN required at submission

Why Consider This Assignment

Work in a Level I Trauma Center
Exposure to diverse, high-acuity patient cases
Strong interdisciplinary team environment
Consistent weekday schedule with limited weekends
Great opportunity to build acute care expertise