Home Health Physical Therapist - Western Cuyahoga County

Cleveland Clinic • Independence, OH • 4h ago

Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.

Join the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

This role supports the Western Cuyahoga County and others surrounding as needed.

As a Physical Therapist at Cleveland Clinic, you will utilize various treatments and exercises to help patients increase strength, range of motion, endurance and coordination in the comfort of their homes. Since this position requires close interaction, you will have the opportunity to build strong patient relationships and enhance their overall experience. Often, your patients are dealing with pain, so sensitivity is important. By showing compassion and patience, you can assist patients in regaining the drive they need to work hard and heal.

A caregiver in this position works varying shifts from 8:00a.m. -- 5:00 p.m., with 12 Saturdays, six Sundays and one annual holiday requirements.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.

Perform initial and ongoing assessments.

Establish, revise and evaluate plans of care.

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.

Maintain complete and up-to-date documentation and files at all times regarding patient condition and the effectiveness and timeliness of care and interventions.

Participate in ongoing interdisciplinary assessments of assigned patients.

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)

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)

Valid Driver's License (VDL) and proof of $100,000/$300,000 automobile insurance coverage

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

One year of clinical experience as a Licensed Physical Therapist in an acute, rehab or skilled nursing setting

Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/

Cleveland Clinic Home Care Services is a full service home health agency dedicated to continue the World-Class Cleveland Clinic care at home. Our services include skilled nursing, physical, speech and occupational therapy as well as social work and home health aide. To find out more about our services, please visit us on the internet: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/connected-care/services/home-care#overview-tab

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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.

Keywords: PT, physical therapy, rehab, flexible, autonomous

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Pay Range

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Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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