What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopaedics & Pelvic Health position at Cleveland Clinic?
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Lutheran Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Located near downtown Cleveland, you will enjoy its wide variety of shopping and dining, proximity to sporting events, and the option of walking or biking to work. While enjoying the perks of being in the heart of Cleveland, you will also 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.
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. Since this position requires physical interaction with patients, 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 will work Monday through Friday with no weekend or holiday requirements. The schedule includes primarily day shifts from 8:00am to 4:30pm, with one scheduled day each week ending at 6:00pm and one scheduled day each week ending at 7:00pm to support operational needs.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
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.).
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. Since this position requires physical interaction with patients, 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 will work Monday through Friday with no weekend or holiday requirements. The schedule includes primarily day shifts from 8:00am to 4:30pm, with one scheduled day each week ending at 6:00pm and one scheduled day each week ending at 7:00pm to support operational needs.
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.
- 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
- Experience in a clinical area.
- Two or more years of experience in orthopaedics and pelvic health.
- 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.
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
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 : $69,600 - $106,133