Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina is recruiting a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join its rehabilitation team at a 288-bed acute care facility with more than 30 years of service to York County and the surrounding region. Working under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, this role carries a full caseload across a broad patient population — pediatric through geriatric — within a hospital recognized for elite safety standards and a nationally certified cardiac rehabilitation program. The position offers a stable, team-oriented environment with strong institutional support and a comprehensive benefits package.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Continuing education and career development opportunities
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- 288-bed acute care facility serving York County and the broader Piedmont region of South Carolina
- Rehabilitation services span the full age continuum: pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations
- PTA carries a full caseload in accordance with facility productivity standards, executing treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist
- Responsibilities include therapeutic modalities, documented competency-based procedures, variance note documentation, and multi-disciplinary team collaboration
- Documentation completed in accordance with regulatory requirements and professional standards
- Hospital service lines include preventive care, advanced heart and stroke care, maternity care, and a Level III NICU
- Cardiac Care program holds Blue Distinction Center designation from BlueCross BlueShield and is a Nationally Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Program through the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Leapfrog Group "A" Hospital Safety Score recipient; awarded the Certified Zero Harm Award by the South Carolina Hospital Association in collaboration with DHEC
- Sister campus — Piedmont Medical Center Fort Mill (opened 2022, 100 beds) — offers additional system resources including a 24/7 ED, ICU, Medical/Surgical Unit, Surgical Services, and Women's Services
Qualifications
- Graduate of an APTA-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant education program required
- Successful completion of a minimum of two months of supervised fieldwork experience required
- Active Physical Therapy Assistant licensure in the state of South Carolina required
- American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certification required
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary care team
- One or more years of PTA practice experience preferred
About the Community
Rock Hill is the largest city in York County, situated in the northern piedmont of South Carolina just south of Charlotte, North Carolina — placing clinicians within easy reach of a major metropolitan area while enjoying a significantly lower cost of living. The region offers a blend of suburban convenience, strong public and private school options, and access to outdoor recreation along the Catawba River and Lake Wylie. Rock Hill's ongoing downtown revitalization, growing arts scene, and proximity to Charlotte Douglas International Airport make it an attractive destination for healthcare professionals seeking quality of life without the pace or expense of a large city.