Cleveland Clinic
Physical Therapist (PT) – PRN, Day Shift
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As a Physical Therapist, you will utilize various exercises to increase strength, range of motion, endurance and coordination to relieve pain, avoid injury or regain function. In this role, you will provide physical therapy services, including evaluation and treatment, to adult and geriatric patients in the acute care setting with the opportunity to float to other CCF facilities. This position requires close physical interaction with patients, offering numerous opportunities to truly connect with patients and build stronger relationships. Often, these patients are dealing with pain, so sensitivity is essential. Giving patients the drive and support they need to work hard and regain their health is equally important.
This is a regular PRN position with day shifts varying between 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with weekend and holiday requirements. A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.
Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patient’s condition.
Establish, revise and evaluate plans of care to problems identified and involve the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.
Perform physical therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills appropriate for the patient’s age and condition.
Supervise the activities of physical therapy assistants, students and other support caregivers.
Minimum Qualifications
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).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Comfortable working with both medically frail and orthopaedic patients.
Preferred Qualifications
One year of PT experience.
Clinical area 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.
Pay Range Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process. Salaries shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic.
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As a Physical Therapist, you will utilize various exercises to increase strength, range of motion, endurance and coordination to relieve pain, avoid injury or regain function. In this role, you will provide physical therapy services, including evaluation and treatment, to adult and geriatric patients in the acute care setting with the opportunity to float to other CCF facilities. This position requires close physical interaction with patients, offering numerous opportunities to truly connect with patients and build stronger relationships. Often, these patients are dealing with pain, so sensitivity is essential. Giving patients the drive and support they need to work hard and regain their health is equally important.
This is a regular PRN position with day shifts varying between 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with weekend and holiday requirements. A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.
Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patient’s condition.
Establish, revise and evaluate plans of care to problems identified and involve the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.
Perform physical therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills appropriate for the patient’s age and condition.
Supervise the activities of physical therapy assistants, students and other support caregivers.
Minimum Qualifications
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).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Comfortable working with both medically frail and orthopaedic patients.
Preferred Qualifications
One year of PT experience.
Clinical area 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.
Pay Range Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process. Salaries shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic.
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