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Physical Therapy Technician Training in South Carolina

Launch your PT career with free, self-paced PTT training. South Carolina has 1,250+ job openings with $31,680 average salary (-10% vs national).

1,250+
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$31K
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What Physical Therapy Technicians Do

PT Techs support Physical Therapists and PTAs in helping patients recover from injuries, surgeries, and chronic conditions.

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Patient Support

Assist patients with exercises, transfers, and mobility. Help with therapeutic equipment and modalities.

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Clinic Operations

Prepare treatment areas, maintain equipment, manage supplies, and ensure clean, safe environments.

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Documentation

Record patient progress, schedule appointments, and support administrative functions under PT supervision.

Where PT Techs Work in South Carolina

South Carolina offers diverse PT settings from major hospital systems to specialized sports medicine clinics.

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Outpatient Clinics

Private PT practices, orthopedic clinics, and multi-specialty centers.

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Hospitals

Acute care, inpatient rehab, and post-surgical recovery units.

Sports Medicine

Athletic training facilities, sports rehab centers, and team clinics.

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Skilled Nursing

Long-term care facilities and home health agencies serving seniors.

South Carolina PT Tech Salary Data

SC PT Techs earn 13% above national average. Location significantly impacts pay.

Region Salary Range Notes
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

Top PT Tech Employers in South Carolina

These healthcare systems and facilities actively hire Physical Therapy Technicians across South Carolina.

MUSC Health

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📍 Charleston

📞 843-792-2300

State's academic medical center

Prisma Health

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📍 Greenville/Columbia

📞 864-455-7000

Largest in SC

Roper St. Francis

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📍 Charleston

📞 843-724-2000

Major Charleston system

AnMed Health

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📍 Anderson

📞 864-512-1000

Upstate SC

McLeod Health

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📍 Florence

📞 843-777-2000

Pee Dee region

Roper St. Francis Healthcare

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📍 Charleston

📞 843-724-2000

Lowcountry health leader

South Carolina PT Tech FAQs

Common questions about Physical Therapy Technician careers in South Carolina.

How does Charleston's appeal affect PT career competition?
Charleston is one of America's most desirable cities—historic charm, beaches, food scene—attracting healthcare workers nationwide. This creates more competition than you might expect for a city its size. PT Tech positions fill quickly. The tradeoff is exceptional quality of life for those who land jobs.
What's unique about MUSC for PT careers?
MUSC (Medical University of South Carolina) in Charleston is the state's only academic medical center. PT Techs at MUSC gain exposure to research, complex cases, and educational resources unavailable elsewhere in SC. MUSC experience provides strong foundation for career advancement.
Is Greenville better than Charleston for PT career entry?
For easier job market entry—potentially yes. Greenville lacks Charleston's glamour appeal, attracting fewer out-of-state candidates. Prisma Health dominates with numerous positions. Cost of living is lower. But Charleston offers MUSC academics and lifestyle premium. Both are strong choices.
How does South Carolina's retirement population affect PT demand?
SC's coastal communities (Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach, Charleston suburbs) attract substantial retiree populations. This creates concentrated demand for geriatric PT services—joint replacements, balance training, post-stroke rehab. Coastal PT Techs often develop geriatric specialization.

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