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Physical Therapist Home Care - Eastern Cuyahoga, Geauga and Portage Counties
As a Physical Therapist, you will evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs, perform assessments, and establish plans of care. You will also supervise the activities of physical therapy assistants and maintain documentation regarding patient conditions and care effectiveness.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree or certificate from an accredited Physical Therapy Program and current state licensure as a Physical Therapist. Preferred qualifications include one year of clinical experience in an acute, rehab, or skilled nursing setting.
At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare.
And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.
We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own.
That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.
Job Title Physical Therapist Home Care - Eastern Cuyahoga, Geauga and Portage Counties Location Independence Facility Business Operations Center Department HC Rehab Team East 2-Center for Connected Care Job Code T2904H Shift Days Schedule 8:00am-5:00pm Job Summary Job Details 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 position will service various counties from Eastern Cuyahoga, Geauga County and Portage County.
The cities can vary but it will be Cleveland, Middlefield, Hiram, Brecksville, Sagamore Hills, Independence and others surrounding them.
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 work Monday through Friday from 8:00am – 5:00pm.
Caregivers are required to work 12 Saturdays, six Sundays and one annual holiday weekend.
If a weekend is worked, a scheduled day off will be granted.
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.
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.
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment.
All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program.
You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.
Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.
If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the Agency of Health Care Administration: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster.
Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.
We know that fully supporting our caregivers is what creates the best outcomes for our patients.
Our outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future.
What began in Cleveland in 1921 has grown to include locations throughout, the U.S. and even other countries.
For you, that means more opportunities to learn, grow and serve patients — while finding caring, thriving communities both at work and at home.
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education.
Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation.
Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States.
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News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey.
Among Cleveland Clinic’s 70,800 employees worldwide represent 140 medical specialties and subspecialties.
Cleveland Clinic is a 6,500-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 19 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, and locations in southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England.
