Physical Therapist

University Hospitals • Beachwood, OH

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About The Position

This Physical Therapist position is based at the Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute. The role organizes and conducts physical therapy programs to support rehabilitation for people with physical and/or psychosocial disabilities. The Physical Therapist directs patients’ participation in selected activities and treatments to restore, reinforce, and correct pathology, and to promote or maintain good health.

The position evaluates patients and develops treatment plans suited to their rehabilitation needs within the care continuum, provides treatment, educates patients and caregivers, and participates in discharge planning. It also includes documentation, billing, and support of department operations. The role must comply with organizational policies and standards and protect patients’ Protected Health Information (PHI).

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Evaluation and treatment skills necessary to provide physical therapy appropriate to the developmental and chronological age of patients on the caseload.
• Professional initiative, objectivity, good time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Physical, cognitive, and perceptual ability to provide patient treatment and assist with the physical mobility of patients and equipment.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in Ohio and/or a Multi-State Compact license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop effective treatment plans appropriate to their rehabilitation needs within the care continuum.
• Perform effective treatment techniques competently.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about applicable health information, treatment, and prevention.
• Initiate and participate in discharge planning.
• Complete department activities such as documentation and billing, and support department operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards.
• Safely and securely maintain patients’ Protected Health Information (PHI).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time