include performing initial and ongoing patient assessments, developing treatment plans, and teaching/counseling patients and their families. The role also involves supervising Physical Therapy Assistants and students, and conducting individual patient therapy regimens.
Performing initial and ongoing systematic patient assessment. Promoting continuous quality improvement. Teaching and counseling patients/families. Setting goals and developing treatment plans. Working cooperatively to identify and solve patient-specific and facility-wide needs. Participating in discharge planning for each patient, including placement, patient/family education and adaptive equipment. Supervising Physical Therapy Assistants, as well as supervising PT and PTA students. Conducting individual patient therapy regimens. Monitoring patient's response to treatment and modifying treatment during sessions, as needed. Completing appropriate documentation according to department policies and procedures. Participating in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in-services.
Candidates must hold a current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT) and possess Certified BLS or obtain it within 90 days of employment. Post offer employment testing is required before the first day of work.
Market context
Ohio speech-language pathologist roles are often driven by school and healthcare staffing needs, so candidates with current state licensure and readiness to complete CLS quickly may be more competitive. Employers commonly look for CCC from ASHA as a preference, along with clear documentation of licensure and any required training timelines. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and prepare to show how you can meet the 90-day CLS expectation.
