Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Ortho - Aquatic

Cleveland Clinic • Lakewood, CO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist works at Cleveland Clinic’s Lakewood YMCA facility in the Physical Therapy-Neurological Institute. The role provides outpatient physical therapy focused on orthopedic conditions and aquatic therapy. The therapist creates a healing atmosphere and provides specialized treatment for bones, joints, muscles, and tendons tailored to patients’ needs and health backgrounds, supporting patients as they work toward recovery.

This is a part-time, benefit-eligible position. The preferred schedule is Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, with Monday preferably scheduled 10:30 AM–7:00 PM (Wednesday may be an alternative) and Tuesday and Thursday typically 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Work includes land-based therapy on Monday and on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, followed by aquatic therapy on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or certificate.
• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a clinical area.
• Open to new graduates.
• Prior aquatic therapy experience or interest in learning.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and conduct prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.
• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patients’ conditions.
• Establish, revise, and evaluate plans of care in collaboration with the patient and/or their family.
• Perform therapy interventions.
• Supervise the activities of Physical Therapy Assistants, students, and other caregivers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level