Physical Therapist - Acute Care

The Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute is known for leading the way in the treatment and research of complex neurological disorders. With over 300 staffed medical, surgical and research specialists dedicated to providing innovative treatments, patients can benefit from disease-specific care. Come join this innovative team and be part of the vision to become the best place to receive healthcare in the world. Physical Therapists test muscle strength, the amount of flexibility in joints, and the ability to walk or move. Treatments include exercises to increase strength, range of motion, endurance, and coordination; the use of heat, cold, electricity, or even aquatics to relieve pain; and teaching exercises and body mechanics to avoid injury or regain function. As an Acute care Physical Therapist, you will evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs tailored to each patient's needs across a variety of units including Cardiology, Orthopedics, Oncology, Critical Care, Med/Surg floors, general acute care as well as Neurology. Physical Therapists are highly connected with patients and build stronger patient relationships than most other health sciences specialists. Often, physical therapy patients are dealing with pain, so sensitivity is important. Equally important is giving patients the drive and support they need to work hard and regain their health. **A caregiver in this role works days from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with weekend and holiday requirements.** A caregiver who excels in this role will: + Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs. + Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition. + Establish, revise and evaluate plans of care to problems identified and involve the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires. + 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. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: + 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) + Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: + Clinical area experience + Acute care, acute rehab or inpatient experience 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. **Pay Range** Minimum Annual Salary: $69,600.00 Maximum Annual Salary: $106,132.50 The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.). Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities