What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Ortho position at Cleveland Clinic?
Join the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. You will work alongside dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
As a Physical Therapist, you will provide exceptional, patient-centered care to a diverse population ranging from young adults to geriatric patients, supporting both surgical and non-surgical cases. This is a direct patient-facing role where you’ll deliver high-quality, compassionate therapy in a collaborative environment. You’ll work closely with Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), PT/OT Assistants, Providers, and Schedulers to ensure seamless, coordinated care for every patient. Join a team that values growth, teamwork, and excellence in patient care — and build a rewarding career where your skills truly make a difference.
What Makes This Opportunity Unique:
Collaborative, highly engaged team: Work alongside experienced professionals who are dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes.
Supportive learning environment: Grow your skills in the largest outpatient location within our system.
Interdisciplinary collaboration: Partner frequently with other specialties across the Cleveland Clinic health system.
Career advancement: Access a structured path for professional growth and promotion.
Continuing education support: Tuition reimbursement and an education fund are available to support ongoing learning.
Onsite continuing education classes: Conveniently offered so you can attend.
A caregiver in this position works Full-time (40 hours per week) Monday - Thursday: 7:00am—6:30pm and Friday: 7:00am—5:00pm. No weekends or holidays.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
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.
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) OR the American Red Cross
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Experience in a clinical area
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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.).
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000
