Physical Therapy Technician Jobs in South Carolina

South Carolina PT Tech Job Market

South Carolina offers exceptional opportunities for Physical Therapy Technicians, with salaries -10% vs national vs the national average and access to top rehabilitation facilities.

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Strong Demand

1,250+ PT Tech positions open annually across South Carolina. Population density (highest in US) drives consistent healthcare demand.

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Premium Pay

$31,680 average salary, -10% vs national vs national. Metro South Carolina pays even higher—up to $41,200 at top facilities.

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Elite Facilities

Home to MUSC Health and other leading healthcare facilities across South Carolina.

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Career Growth

Major employers offer tuition reimbursement for PT Techs pursuing PTA degrees. Clear advancement pathways available.

What Physical Therapy Technicians Do

PT Techs work under the direct supervision of licensed Physical Therapists, providing essential support for patient care and clinic operations.

✓ Daily PT Tech Responsibilities

● Patient Exercise Assistance: Guide patients through therapeutic exercises prescribed by the PT, ensuring proper form and safety
● Treatment Preparation: Set up treatment areas, prepare equipment, apply hot/cold packs, and ready modalities like ultrasound
● Patient Transfers: Assist patients with mobility, transfers between surfaces, and safe ambulation with devices
● Equipment Maintenance: Clean, sanitize, and maintain therapy equipment; report any malfunctions
● Documentation Support: Record patient attendance, exercise completion, and observations for PT review
● Patient Transport: Escort patients to and from treatment areas; assist with wheelchairs and walkers

🏥 Work Settings in South Carolina

● Outpatient PT Clinics: Most common setting—AnMed Health alone has 100+ SC locations. Regular hours, diverse patient cases.
● Inpatient Rehabilitation: MUSC Health and hospital rehab units. Complex cases including stroke, TBI, spinal cord injuries.
● Hospital PT Departments: Acute care settings at major systems like Hackensack Meridian and Roper St. Francis.
● Skilled Nursing Facilities: Post-acute rehabilitation for elderly patients. Consistent schedules, growing demand.
● Sports Medicine: Athletic training facilities, sports PT clinics. Work with athletes at all levels.
● Home Health: Travel to patient homes. Higher pay, mileage reimbursement, flexible scheduling.

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PT Tech vs. Other Healthcare Roles

Physical Therapy Technicians focus specifically on PT support tasks. PT Techs do not perform clinical tasks like blood draws, EKGs, medication administration, or wound care—those are performed by nurses, PCTs, or medical assistants. PT Techs work exclusively within the physical therapy department under PT supervision.

Top PT Tech Employers in South Carolina

South Carolina's largest health systems and rehabilitation facilities are actively hiring PT Techs. These employers offer competitive pay, benefits, and career advancement opportunities.

MUSC Health

Academic

Charleston

State's academic medical center

843-792-2300 View Jobs →

Prisma Health

South Carolina's Largest

Greenville/Columbia

Largest in SC

864-455-7000 View Jobs →

Roper St. Francis

Regional Provider

Charleston

Major Charleston system

843-724-2000 View Jobs →

AnMed Health

Growing Network

Anderson

Upstate SC

864-512-1000 View Jobs →

McLeod Health

Established Provider

Florence

Pee Dee region

843-777-2000 View Jobs →

Roper St. Francis Healthcare

Rural South Carolina

Rural areas

Lowcountry health leader

843-724-2000 View Jobs →

PT Tech Salaries Across South Carolina

Salaries vary across South Carolina regions. Metro South Carolina typically pays highest, while Rural South Carolina offers different cost-of-living dynamics.

Metro South Carolina

Major metro areas

$36K-$39K

Highest wages, urban centers

Suburban South Carolina

Suburban counties

$31K-$36K

Balanced cost/salary

Central South Carolina

Central regions

$28K-$33K

Growing healthcare sector

Rural South Carolina

Rural areas

$26K-$30K

Lower COL, community focus

Pro Tip: While Metro South Carolina pays highest, Rural South Carolina's lower housing costs often result in similar take-home purchasing power. Consider total compensation including benefits, commute time, and quality of life.

How to Land a PT Tech Job in South Carolina

Follow these proven strategies to stand out in South Carolina's competitive PT Tech job market.

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1. Get Certified

Complete PT Tech training and earn your CPR/BLS certification. AMCA certification significantly improves your competitiveness, especially at top facilities like MUSC Health.

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2. Target Top Employers

Apply directly to major health systems. MUSC Health, Prisma Health, and Roper St. Francis have dedicated PT department hiring. Check their career pages regularly.

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3. Network Locally

Attend SC Physical Therapy Association events. Connect with PTs during your externship. Many PT Tech positions are filled through referrals before being posted publicly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do Physical Therapy Technicians do on the job in South Carolina?

PT Techs in South Carolina prepare treatment areas and equipment, assist patients with therapeutic exercises under PT supervision, help with patient transfers and mobility, apply hot/cold packs, set up treatment modalities like ultrasound and electrical stimulation, transport patients, maintain equipment, and document patient progress. They work under the direct supervision of licensed Physical Therapists.

Which employers hire the most PT Techs in South Carolina?

Major PT Tech employers in South Carolina include MUSC Health (#4 ranked nationally), Prisma Health (SC's largest system), Roper St. Francis, AnMed Health (largest private PT practice in tristate), McLeod Health, and Roper St. Francis Healthcare. Hospital systems, outpatient PT clinics, and rehabilitation centers are the primary employers.

How much do PT Techs earn in South Carolina?

Physical Therapy Technicians in South Carolina earn an average of $31,680 per year (-10% vs national). Entry-level positions start around $22,500, experienced PT Techs earn $36,700+, and top earners at leading facilities can reach $41,200+. Metro South Carolina generally pays highest in the state.

What settings do PT Techs work in?

South Carolina PT Techs work in outpatient physical therapy clinics, hospital rehabilitation departments, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, skilled nursing facilities, sports medicine centers, home health agencies, and specialty practices like pediatric or neurological PT. Outpatient clinics are the most common setting, followed by hospital-based positions.

Do I need certification to get a PT Tech job in South Carolina?

South Carolina does not require state licensure for PT Techs—you work under PT supervision. However, employers strongly prefer candidates with formal training and CPR/BLS certification. AMCA certification demonstrates competency and significantly improves job prospects, especially at competitive employers like MUSC Health and major health systems.