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Physical Therapist - Inpatient - Acute Care - PRN
Cleveland Clinic • Cleveland, OH 44101 • Posted 30+ days ago
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The Physical Therapist in Inpatient Acute Care at Cleveland Clinic evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs. This role involves performing initial and ongoing assessments of patients' conditions, establishing and revising care plans, performing therapy interventions, and supervising support personnel. The position requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment.
Responsibilities
- Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.
- Establishes, revises and evaluates a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.
- Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
- Supervises activities of physical therapy assistants, students and other support personnel.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree or certificate required.
- Current State Licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT).
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Preferred
- Experience in the clinical area preferred.
- Prefer 1 year of acute care/ orthopedic experience.
About Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic is a renowned nonprofit academic medical center that offers world-class clinical and hospital care, with a strong focus on research, education, and health information. They provide a comprehensive range of healthcare services, expert doctors, convenient locations, flexible appointment options, health resources, and online support to ensure every patient receives exceptional care and support.
Full Job Description
Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
**A caregiver in this position works a variable PRN shift - weekend availability preferred. PRN requires minimum of 2 shifts per month.**
A caregiver who excels in this role, will:
+ Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.
+ Perform initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.
+ Establish, revise and evaluate a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.
+ Perform therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
+ Supervise activities of physical therapy assistants, students and other support personnel.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal caregiver include:
+ Bachelor's Degree or certificate required.
+ Must be a graduate of a Physical Therapy Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
+ Current State licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT).
+ Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Preferred qualifications for the ideal caregiver include:
+ Experience in acute care and/or orthopedics preferred.
Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/
Physical Requirements:
+ Ability to walk and climb stairs without assistive device and to maintain balance despite sudden load in order to support patient from falling.
+ Ability to meet physical demands characterized at the heavy level defined by 1993 Leonard Matheson and Ministry of Labor.
+ Ability to lift and reach with arms sufficiently to lift patient's arm and leg during therapeutic treatment program.
+ Sensation of touch and manual dexterity to be able to palpate muscle tension or to monitor patient pulse.
+ Visual acuity to observe patient's gross and fine motor movements in order to analyze these movements and to read all patient monitors.
+ Ability to speak clearly enough to instruct patients and families.
+ Ability to hear at a conversational level to understand patient's description of symptoms and response to treatment.
Personal Protective Equipment:
+ Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.
Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
**A caregiver in this position works a variable PRN shift - weekend availability preferred. PRN requires minimum of 2 shifts per month.**
A caregiver who excels in this role, will:
+ Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.
+ Perform initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.
+ Establish, revise and evaluate a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.
+ Perform therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
+ Supervise activities of physical therapy assistants, students and other support personnel.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal caregiver include:
+ Bachelor's Degree or certificate required.
+ Must be a graduate of a Physical Therapy Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
+ Current State licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT).
+ Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Preferred qualifications for the ideal caregiver include:
+ Experience in acute care and/or orthopedics preferred.
Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/
Physical Requirements:
+ Ability to walk and climb stairs without assistive device and to maintain balance despite sudden load in order to support patient from falling.
+ Ability to meet physical demands characterized at the heavy level defined by 1993 Leonard Matheson and Ministry of Labor.
+ Ability to lift and reach with arms sufficiently to lift patient's arm and leg during therapeutic treatment program.
+ Sensation of touch and manual dexterity to be able to palpate muscle tension or to monitor patient pulse.
+ Visual acuity to observe patient's gross and fine motor movements in order to analyze these movements and to read all patient monitors.
+ Ability to speak clearly enough to instruct patients and families.
+ Ability to hear at a conversational level to understand patient's description of symptoms and response to treatment.
Personal Protective Equipment:
+ Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.
Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
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