Physical Therapy Neurologic Resident

OhioHealth; Upper Arlington (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Upper Arlington, OH, is seeking a Physical Therapist to assess patient needs and establish care plans. Responsibilities include direct patient care, education, and collaboration with medical teams. Candidates must have a Master's Degree, BLS certification, and be licensed in Ohio. This role offers an opportunity for mentorship and clinical learning in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required.
• Must have BLS certification.
• Must be licensed in the State of Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients based on physician referrals.
• Carry out patient care plans and reassess as needed.
• Provide education to patients and families on exercise and care.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Customer service emphasis

Use of computer technology

Education

Master's Degree

LIC - Licensed in State of Ohio

BLS - Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Overview

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. This temporary (15 month) position performs patient care by assessing patient physical and functional abilities. Based on problems determined, the physical therapist establishes and carries out a plan of care, including patient/family instruction, discharge planning, documentation on the medical record, and communication with physicians and other medical staff. This position helps patients achieve maximum level of physical functioning and may participate in physical therapy learning/mentorship opportunities with additional responsibilities such as therapist presentations, physician relation/shadowing activity, and research activity.

Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care: Evaluates and treats patients. Evaluates patient physical abilities and functional status, creates plan of care, and initiates patient treatment after physician referral.
• Carries out plan of care with reassessment and changes to plan of care as appropriate.
• Provides patient & family with medical and exercise-specific education to improve function.
• Collaborates with therapy team members to carry out treatment plan and provide clinical care.
• Supervises PTA in the delivery of care.
• Communicates care plan to physician and communicates ongoing care & patient needs.
• Attends multidisciplinary patient care meetings as appropriate.
• Follows OhioHealth policies related to delivery of clinical care, including documenting evaluation, plan of care, daily progress toward goals, progress & discharge notes.
• Carries out clinical outcomes processes according to department standards.
• Follows Joint Commission and Department of Health guidelines, as well as Ohio PT laws.

• Clinical Didactic Learning and Mentorship: Participates in physical therapy coursework and lab activities; physician shadowing and other clinician observations; participates in research projects; presents clinical topics to therapy associates and administration; represents OhioHealth Rehabilitation in hospital meetings and community events; participates in orientation of upcoming therapy residents.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree (Required)
• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
• LIC - Licensed in State of Ohio

Additional Job Description

Physical Therapy; Licensed in the State of Ohio; Effective oral and written communication skills. Effective use of computer technology. Demonstrated emphasis on customer service and the creating of customer-focused environment. Entry-level new graduate acceptable.

Work Details

• Work Shift: Day
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Department: Neuro Rehab Administration

EEO and Rights

Equal Employment Opportunity: OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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