Fisher-Titus Medical Center·Norwalk, Ohio
Provide therapeutic services including evaluation, treatment, and education in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Monitor and direct the activities of physical therapist assistants and rehabilitation aides.
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Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation.
Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community
Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community
In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, provides therapeutic services including evaluation, treatment, and education. Monitors the treatment activities of PTA's and aides. Rotating weekend work schedule required.
After one year of experience, may act as student supervisor. Directs treatment activities of PT assistants and rehabilitation aides.
Graduate of an approved bachelor's degree or higher program as a PT.
Previous Clinical experience/rehabilitation experience preferred.
State Licensure (or eligible) as a PT
CPR certification
Completes evaluations of assigned patients in accordance with the established standards of care and practice. Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to ensure evaluations are performed safely and accurately. (i.e., utilized speech therapist for identifying best modes of communication for aphasic patient).
Short- and long-term goals are realistic, measurable, and address functional needs. Goals are written upon completion of evaluation per department standards and guidelines. Goals identified in collaboration with patient, family and other involved team members.
Independently selects and performs therapeutic techniques that are consistent with the patient's problems and medical status and reflect an integration of the therapist's clinical knowledge and theory.
Demonstrates knowledge about equipment/materials utilized in patient care per supervisor's observation and chart documentation.
Provides for patient/family educational needs.
Therapist adheres to all procedures and documentation standards per rehabilitation area/department.
Is responsible to work within the guidelines and authorizations provided by the individual's insurance coverage, and or Medicare guidelines.
Demonstrates good time management as evidenced by completing work assignments on time, readily accepting assignments and consistently striving to be a productive member of the institution and always puts time to good use.
Demonstrates willingness to provide coverage in other rehabilitation areas.
Working Conditions: · Stand/Walk – 6-8 hrs
· Sit – 1-2 hrs
· Bend – up to 1/3 of time
· Squat – up to 1/3 of time
· Climb – up to 1/3 of time Reach up to 1/3 of time
· Lift - up to 1/3 of time
· Carry – up to 1/3 of time
· Push – up to 1/3 of time
· Pull – up to 1/3 of time
· Right Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation)
· Left Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation)
· Right Foot - Gross Motor Function
· Left Foot - Gross Motor Function
· Up to 25 pounds – 1/3 or more of the time Body Fluid Exposure - Yes
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Attends all mandatory education programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance.
Appearance is professional, neat, clean, and appropriate for the work environment. Wears proper photo identification badge while on duty.
Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times, as observed by peers and management.
Attends monthly staff meetings and participates in monthly rounding process with manager to assure effective and timely two-way communications.
Participates in and completes required department specific education and training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job-related hazards.
Follows safety and security policies including exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.
Supports the mission, vision and CARES values of Fisher Titus.
Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.
Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data.
Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
Market context
In Ohio, allied health roles in medical laboratory settings are typically supported by ongoing demand from hospitals, outpatient labs, and diagnostic services. These positions are competitive because employers often require an associate degree, ASCP certification, and the physical ability to handle routine lab tasks, while the posted requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your certification status and review the lifting requirement against your current work capacity.
