Job Description
Join the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
As a Physical Therapist, you will utilize various exercises to help patients increase strength, range of motion, endurance and coordination. Because this position requires close interaction, you have the opportunity to build strong relationships with both patients and their families. Often, your patients are dealing with pain, so sensitivity is important. Ultimately, your unconditional support and reassurance can drive them to work hard and regain their health.
A caregiver in this role works Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 7:30am- 4:00pmand one shift every week (Tuesday or Thursday) from 10am- 6:15pm
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Interpret plans and supervise patient treatments, ensuring the care, safety and well-being of the patient.
Review and evaluate patient response or lack thereof to treatment and make recommendations to the physician relative to the need to continue or discontinue physical therapy treatment.
Provide appropriate documentation for each patient visit.
Maintain all equipment and apparatus.
Maintain the order and cleanliness of the department.
Provide appropriate billing for each patient visit.
Assist in on-the-job training of all ancillary personnel.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Bachelor's Degree or certificate
Graduate of a Physical Therapy Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association or a related international degree
Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
Internship experience
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Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.
By embracing and understanding the diversity EVERY ONE brings, Cleveland Clinic has created an inclusive culture that promotes innovation, growth, and new ideas. This has enhanced our ability to attract the best global talent to provide the best patient experience possible. Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment/affirmative action employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Smoke/drug free environment.