Physical Therapist Assistant - West of I-77 Service Area

Cleveland Clinic • Independence, OH • 2h ago

Cleveland Clinic's Business Operations Center serves as a key hub for our Home Care and Hospice operations as well as many administrative and support teams. This collaborative workplace supports a wide range of caregivers, clinical professionals, and operational teams. While many positions are based within the center, numerous home-visiting roles-including case managers, nurses, and therapists-travel throughout the Greater Cleveland and Akron/Canton areas to deliver exceptional care directly to patients in their homes.

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 a 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 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 role will provide coverage to patients residing west of I-77 - western Cleveland towards Tremont and south to Brooklyn.

A caregiver in this position works 8:00am to 5:00pm with weekend rotations 10 or 11 Saturday per year. 1 summer holiday is required.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

Administer patient centered Physical Therapy treatment incorporating evidence-based practice and skilled techniques to achieve optimal functional outcomes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Observe, communicate and document patient progress and response to treatment.

Plan, organize and implement individualized therapeutic programs with patient/family, incorporating evidence-based practice.

Provide education on Physical Therapy related subjects to patients, clients, caregivers, hospital personnel and the community.

Act as a clinical instructor or participate in the education and evaluation of students.

Act as a resource for volunteers and observers.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

Associate's Degree or certificate

Graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association

Current state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

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

Valid Driver's License (VDL) with proof of $100,000/$300,000 coverage insurance coverage for Homecare

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

Experience in a clinical area

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

Minimum hourly: $22.85

Maximum hourly: $34.85

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).

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

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