Physical Therapist - Rehab and Sports Therapy

Cleveland Clinic

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Physical Therapists evaluate and treat patients to improve strength, mobility, flexibility, endurance, and overall function. Responsibilities include assessing muscle strength, joint mobility, and movement abilities, while developing treatment plans that may include therapeutic exercises, pain management techniques such as heat, cold, electrical stimulation, or aquatic therapy, and education on body mechanics to help prevent injury and restore function. Because this role involves direct patient interaction, Physical Therapists build strong relationships with patients throughout the rehabilitation process. Success in this role requires compassion, sensitivity, and the ability to motivate and support patients as they work toward regaining their health and independence. A caregiver in this position works Mon-Fri| 7:00am—7:00pm| no weekends or holidays.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a clinical area

Responsibilities

Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.
Perform initial and ongoing assessments.
Establish, revise and evaluate plans of care.
Perform physical therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills appropriate for the patient’s age and condition.
Supervise the activities of physical therapy assistants, students and other support caregivers.