Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient - Ortho

Cleveland Clinic
Solon, OH, United States
Full-time

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where 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.

A caregiver in this position works 7 : 30am - 4pm / 10 : 30am - 7pm Monday - Friday plus Saturday rotation, 8am-12noon.A caregiver who excels in this role, will : Administers patient centered Physical Therapy treatment incorporating evidence based practice and skilled techniques to achieve optimal functional outcomes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Observes, communicates and documents patient progress and response to treatment.Plans, organizes and implements individualized therapeutic programs with patient / family, incorporating evidence based practice.

Provides education on Physical Therapy related subjects to patients, clients, caregivers, hospital personnel and the community.

Acts as a clinical instructor or participates in the education and evaluation of students.Acts as a resource for volunteers and observers.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal caregiver include : Associate's degree or certificate required.Must be a graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Current State licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA),Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).

Preferred qualifications for the ideal caregiver include : Experience in ortho preferred.Open to new grads!Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities.

Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you : Physical Requirements : Ability to walk and climb stairs without assistive device and to maintain balance despite sudden load in order to support patient from falling.

Ability to meet physical demands characterized at the heavy level defined by 1993 Leonard Matheson and Ministry of Labor.

Ability to lift and reach with arms sufficiently to lift patient's arm and leg during therapeutic treatment program.Sensation of touch and manual dexterity to be able to palpate muscle tension or to monitor patient pulse.

Visual acuity to observe patient's gross and fine motor movements in order to analyze these movements and to read all patient monitors.

Ability to speak clearly enough to instruct patients and families.Ability to hear at a conversational level to understand patient's description of symptoms and response to treatment.

Personal Protective Equipment : Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.Salaries which may be shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic.

Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer : Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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