What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outpatient Physical Therapist position at Cleveland Clinic?
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Physical Therapy Team and become a part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career.
Physical Therapist’s evaluate and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs
A caregiver in this position works a day shift 8:00am – 5:00pm.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
- Interprets plans and supervises patient treatments in accordance with the physician referral, ensuring the care, safety and well being of the patient.
- Reviews and evaluates the patient's response or lack thereof to treatment.
- Makes recommendations to the physician relative to the need to continue or discontinue physical therapy treatment.
- Provides appropriate documentation of each patient visit in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Responsible for the maintenance and care of all equipment and apparatus.
- Responsible for the economical use of supplies, linens and utilities; as well as, maintaining the order and cleanliness of the department.
- Provides appropriate billing of each patient visit in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Assists in on-the-job training of all ancillary personnel.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- Bachelor's degree or certificate required.
- Must be a graduate of a Physical Therapy Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association or related international degree.
- Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare.
- Internship experience required.
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- Experience working in a healthcare or clinical setting preferred.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.
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/
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000
