PRN Physical Therapist Assistant

                    

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

PRN Physical Therapist Assistant

                        

Location

Dover

                    

Facility

Union Hospital

                     

Department

Physical Therapy-Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital

                      

Job Code

D21008

                     

Shift

Day/Evening/Night/Weekend

                       

Schedule

7:00am-6:30pm

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Located in Dover, Ohio, Union Hospital is an award-winning not-for-profit community hospital serving the communities of eastern Ohio. Community and personalized care are at the forefront of Union Hospital’s values. At Cleveland Clinic, you will be part of a talented, compassionate, and driven team of caregivers. You will work with state-of-the-art technology and provide stellar patient care. At Cleveland Clinic, you will build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. 

 

Physical Therapist Assistants work under the direct supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to implement a patient's treatment. They teach patients or clients exercises to increase their mobility, strength, and coordination. They also train patients to use crutches, canes, and walkers. Some Physical Therapist Assistants are also trained in massage to help patients heal and relax. In this particular role, the Physical Therapist Assistant will be working 95% of the time with orthopaedic and neurologic patients in an outpatient setting and 5% of the time with post-op and general medical patients in an inpatient setting. 

 

A caregiver in this position works varying shifts from 7:00AM – 6:30PM, including one Saturday per month and two holiday weekends. 

 

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.