Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant - Outpatient Rehab

Cleveland Clinic • Port Saint Lucie, FL • 1d ago

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

As a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant, you will apply a wide variety of therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with functional limitations, impairments and disorders, working in conjunction with a Physical Therapist. Here, you will be floating between the outpatient sites located within Port St. Lucie. This role supports Cleveland Clinic's mission and vision by expecting each caregiver to demonstrate our values and behaviors. This opportunity will allow you to have access to Special Interest Groups (SIGs), the ability to initiate process improvement projects, join different committees and take leadership classes of interest. Come be a part of a team where your work truly has an impact on each and every patient you work with.

A caregiver in this position works Monday-Friday from 9:30AM - 7:00PM, with flexibility on start/end times based on business needs. Working four weekend days in an eight-week schedule period, one premium holiday and two non-premium holidays will be required.

Floating between all Port St. Lucie outpatient sites (St. Lucie West, St. Lucie East and Tradition) will be required, 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 of 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

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the state of Florida

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

Internship experience

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

Experience in an acute-care setting

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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