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Physical Therapist - Inpatient

Cleveland Clinic

#Rehabilitation #Patient Assessment #Patient Care #BLS Certification #Plan of Care #Coordination #Acute Care #Physical Therapist #Range of Motion

Quick overview

The Physical Therapist will utilize various exercises to help patients increase strength, range of motion, endurance, and coordination, while also performing initial and ongoing assessments and establishing appropriate plans of care. This role involves performing therapy interventions using standard techniques and supervising Physical Therapy Assistants, students, and support personnel.

Requirements summary

Minimum Qualifications

include a Bachelor's Degree or certificate from an accredited Physical Therapy Program, current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT), and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification. Preferred qualifications include experience in a clinical area, particularly Acute Care.

bachelor degreeprofessional certificatePatient AssessmentManual DexterityPatient EducationSupervisionPlan of Care DevelopmentBasic Life SupportPhysical Therapy

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare.
And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.
We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own.
That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.
Job Title Physical Therapist - Inpatient Location Cleveland Facility Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Department Physical Therapy Hosp-Neurological Institute Job Code T29013 Shift Days Schedule 8:00am-4:30am Job Summary Job Details Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family.
Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation.
At Cleveland Clinic, 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.
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 position works 40 hours per week| 7:30am—4:00pm or 8:00am—4:30pm| 1 month/weekend (Saturday and Sunday)| 1 major holiday and 1 minor holiday/year.
A caregiver who excels in this role will: Perform initial and on-going assessments of patient condition.
Establish, revise and evaluate a plan of care appropriate to problems identified and involve 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 future caregiver include: Bachelor's Degree or certificate Graduate of a Physical Therapy Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT) Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Experience in a clinical area Acute Care experience 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.
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment.
All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program.
You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.
Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.
If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the Agency of Health Care Administration: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster.
Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.
We know that fully supporting our caregivers is what creates the best outcomes for our patients.
Our outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future.
What began in Cleveland in 1921 has grown to include locations throughout, the U.S. and even other countries.
For you, that means more opportunities to learn, grow and serve patients — while finding caring, thriving communities both at work and at home.
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education.
Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation.
Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States.
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News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey.
Among Cleveland Clinic’s 70,800 employees worldwide represent 140 medical specialties and subspecialties.
Cleveland Clinic is a 6,500-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 19 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, and locations in southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England.

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