Licensed Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant

Cleveland Clinic • Stuart, FL • 1d ago

Join Cleveland Clinic's Martin South Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. This 100-bed hospital serves the communities in and around Martin County. Here, you will work alongside passionate physicians, nurses and other caregivers in a family-oriented, supportive environment.

Feeling physically stable is of the utmost importance, as our health impacts every aspect of our lives. At Cleveland Clinic, we prioritize a comprehensive, holistic approach to wellness that encompasses all areas of care, including advanced Physical Therapy services. As an Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant, you support this mission by applying a wide variety of therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of functional limitations, impairments, and disorders. This position will be primarily based at South Rehab, which offers specialized services such as aquatic therapy. This role is critical in ensuring patients feel at their best, empowering them to take control of their treatment. Every day, you can make a lasting difference in their lives, all while gaining extensive hands-on experience and finding your place within an innovative healthcare system.

This is a regular PRN position, with caregivers working days varying between 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

In this role, you may occasionally be required to provide coverage and float to other locations as needed.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

Implement patient treatment following evaluations by a Physical Therapist with a thorough understanding of the procedures and goals.

Discuss possible changes in the treatment approach with the supervising therapist and assist in the preparation of a new program.

Assume responsibility for the care, safety and well-being of patients during assigned acts and observe all necessary precautions and procedures in the use of equipment to prevent the delay of the healing process or to avoid injuring patients.

Provide appropriate documentation for each patient visit in accordance with departmental policy and procedures.

Maintain and care for all equipment and apparatus.

Maintain order and cleanliness of the department and ensure economical use of supplies, linens and utilities.

Provide appropriate billing for each patient visit in accordance with departmental policy and procedures.

Assist in the on-the-job training of ancillary personnel.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

Associate's Degree from an accredited school of Physical Therapy Assisting

Licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in the state of Florida

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

Internship experience

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

Prior aquatic therapy experience

Neurorehabilitation training experience such as in Parkinson's disease

Outpatient experience

EPIC experience

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/

Physical Requirements:

Work is medium/frequent, lifting and carrying equipment, supplies and materials up to 50 pounds without help of mechanical devices or other personnel.

Stooping, pushing, reaching and pulling when moving patients or equipment into position for treatment.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND DEMANDS OF POSITION: The occupant of this position spends 98% his/her time in air-conditioned areas, the remainder in outside areas.

The potential for exposure to blood and blood-borne pathogens is present while completing clinical duties.

This position requires reasoning, mathematical and English language skills. Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests. Ability to resolve conflicts among staff and to work collaboratively.

Needs minimal sustained direction in assessing needs and carrying out departmental and professional responsibilities. Self-starting and self-motivating; working hours may exceed eight (8) hours per day and is based on what is needed to accomplish work.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

Pay Range

Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

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

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