Physical Therapist

                    

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

                        

Location

Cleveland

                    

Facility

Lutheran Hospital

                     

Department

Physical Therapy-Lutheran Hospital

                      

Job Code

T29013

                     

Shift

Day/Evening/Night/Weekend

                       

Schedule

8:00am-4:30pm/9:30am-6:00pm

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. On our team, you will provide stellar patient care, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a meaningful career at one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Physical Therapist, you will utilize various exercises to help patients increase strength, range of motion, endurance and coordination. Because this position requires close interaction, you have the opportunity to build strong relationships with both patients and their families. Often, your patients are dealing with pain, so sensitivity is important. Ultimately, your unconditional support and reassurance can drive them to work hard and regain their health.    

 

A caregiver in this position works 8:00am—4:30pm or 9:30am—6:00pm| 1 late night per week required| 2 weekend days per month| holiday rotation.  

 

A caregiver who excels in this role will:   

• Perform initial and on-going assessments of patient condition. 

• Establish, revise and evaluate a plan of care appropriate to problems identified and involve the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires. 

• Perform therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient. 

• Supervise activities of Physical Therapy Assistants, students and other support personnel. 

 

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) 

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

 

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:   

• Experience in a clinical area 

• 1–2 years of inpatient experience 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk and climb stairs without ass