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Physical Therapist

OhioHealth, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224

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Position Physical Therapist at OhioHealth

Job Description Summary Competently interpret the patient's history and baseline level of function and then to complete an assessment appropriate to the patient's area(s) of deficits. Based on problem(s) identified, the physical therapist establishes and carries out a plan of care to include patient treatment and reassessment, patient/family instruction, discharge planning, documentation in the medical record and providers and other medical staff. Oversees and supervises provision of care by physical therapist assistants.

Responsibilities and Duties

Direct patient care (90‑100%) – evaluate physical abilities, develop and implement plan of care, carry out plan, reassess, maintain productivity expectations, supervise PTAs.

Discharge planning – coordinate with multidisciplinary team, instruct patient/family, recommend DME, provide information to providers, nurses, case managers, social workers, and other team members, document evaluation, plan of care, progress toward goals, discharge plan/continuity of care.

Indirect patient care (1‑10%) – support case coordination and other ancillary tasks as needed.

Department functions – supervise PTAs and rehabilitation techs, participate in data collection and quality improvement meetings, assume delegated duties in absence of department management.

Education and mentoring – orient new staff, serve as clinical instructor for PT and PTA students, advocate for discipline on multidisciplinary team, represent department at problem‑solving and committee meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy (required)

Licensed in the State of Ohio (LIC)

Valid state driver’s license, minimum 18 years old, acceptable Motor Vehicle Report, proof of insurance (home‑care department only)

Specialized Knowledge

Basic computer skills

Work Shift Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40

Department Rehabilitation – Inpatient

Equal Employment Opportunity OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all persons in all aspects of the associate‑employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.

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