Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs for patients in their homes. Establish and revise plans of care while supervising support caregivers and maintaining detailed patient documentation.
Requirements summary
Requires a degree from an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy program, current state licensure, and BLS certification. A valid driver's license and specific automobile insurance coverage are mandatory.
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Job description
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Job Title Physical Therapist Home Care - East of I-77 Location Independence Facility Business Operations Center Department HC Rehab Team East-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.
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.
In this role you will support patients living through eastern Cuyahoga County.
A caregiver in this position works Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm with a scheduled day off if working the weekend.
Weekends are Saturday and Sunday – 12 Saturdays and 6 Sundays with 1 holiday weekend.
1 holiday required (either winter or summer holiday).
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) or the American Red Cross 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 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.
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.
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