Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Cleveland Clinic•Palm City, FL

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join the Cleveland Clinic Florida team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with 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 Monday-Friday between the operating hours of 7:00AM – 5:00PM, with flexibility on start/end times based upon patient schedules. Traveling to other Martin Health Outpatient sites within Martin and St. Lucie Counties will be required, as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or certificate
Graduate of a Physical Therapy Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association or a related international degree
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
Internship experience

Nice To Haves

Experience in an acute-care setting

Responsibilities

Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.
Interpret plans and supervise patient treatments in accordance with the physician referral, ensuring the care, safety and wellbeing of the patient.
Review and evaluate the patient's response or lack thereof to treatment.
Make recommendations to the physician relative to the need to continue or discontinue physical therapy treatment.
Provide appropriate documentation of each patient visit in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Be responsible for the maintenance and care of all equipment and apparatus.
Be responsible for the economical use of supplies, linens and utilities.
Provide appropriate billing for each patient visit in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Assist in on-the-job training of all ancillary personnel.