Physical Therapist

Cardinal Physical Therapy; Chesterland (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Established therapist-owned outpatient

Professional development opportunities

Supportive workplace culture

Job summary

Cardinal Physical Therapy in Chesterland, OH seeks a motivated Physical Therapist to join our outpatient team. You will evaluate and treat a range of orthopedic conditions, create individualized plans, and guide patients back to meaningful activities.

You will work with two seasoned full-time therapists in a collaborative setting prioritizing quality outcomes and personalized care over volume.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.
• Current Ohio Physical Therapist license or eligibility for Ohio licensure.
• Outpatient physical therapy experience preferred.
• Orthopedic physical therapy experience preferred.
• Manual therapy training and experience preferred.
• Strong clinical reasoning, evaluation, and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport and establish strong relationships with patients.
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and functional assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, diagnoses, and patient goals.
• Provide hands-on physical therapy treatments and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Implement therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, and other appropriate rehabilitation techniques.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans based on clinical response.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding exercises, injury prevention, recovery, and home exercise programs.
• Establish strong therapeutic relationships with patients and provide a positive patient experience.
• Collaborate with Physical Therapists, support staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals as appropriate.
• Promote patient engagement, adherence to treatment plans, and successful outcomes.
• Contribute to a positive, professional, and team-oriented clinic culture.
• Stay current with evidence-based physical therapy practices and continuing education.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Teamwork

Documentation

Manual therapy

Orthopedic PT

Evaluation skills

Rapport building

Patient-centered care

Outpatient PT

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

About Cardinal Physical Therapy

Cardinal Physical Therapy is a therapist-owned outpatient physical therapy practice that has proudly served the Chesterland community for more than 14 years. We are dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-centered care through evidence-based treatment, personalized attention, and strong patient relationships.

Our collaborative and supportive clinical environment allows Physical Therapists to focus on quality patient care while continuing to grow professionally. Our team values clinical excellence, teamwork, ongoing education, and staying current with the latest physical therapy and rehabilitation best practices.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Physical Therapist (PT) to join our growing outpatient practice in Chesterland, Ohio.

The Physical Therapist will evaluate and treat patients with a variety of orthopedic, musculoskeletal, and functional conditions. You will develop individualized treatment plans, provide hands-on and evidence-based interventions, monitor patient progress, and help patients return to the activities that matter most to them.

You will work alongside two experienced full-time Physical Therapists in a collaborative setting focused on quality outcomes and personalized patient care rather than high-volume treatment.

Physical Therapist Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and functional assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, diagnoses, and patient goals.
• Provide hands-on physical therapy treatments and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Implement therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, and other appropriate rehabilitation techniques.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans based on clinical response.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding exercises, injury prevention, recovery, and home exercise programs.
• Establish strong therapeutic relationships with patients and provide a positive patient experience.
• Collaborate with Physical Therapists, support staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals as appropriate.
• Promote patient engagement, adherence to treatment plans, and successful outcomes.
• Contribute to a positive, professional, and team-oriented clinic culture.
• Stay current with evidence-based physical therapy practices and continuing education.

Physical Therapist Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.
• Current Ohio Physical Therapist license or eligibility for Ohio licensure.
• Outpatient physical therapy experience preferred.
• Orthopedic physical therapy experience preferred.
• Manual therapy training and experience preferred.
• Strong clinical reasoning, evaluation, and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport and establish strong relationships with patients.
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative clinical team.

Why Join Cardinal Physical Therapy?

• Join an established, therapist-owned outpatient physical therapy practice.
• Serve a community we have supported for more than 14 years.
• Work alongside experienced Physical Therapists in a collaborative environment.
• Focus on quality patient care rather than volume-driven treatment.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Supportive workplace culture where your clinical expertise and contributions are valued.
• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and make a measurable impact on their recovery.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a patient-focused Physical Therapist who enjoys outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation, hands-on treatment, clinical problem-solving, and developing meaningful relationships with patients. We are looking for someone who values teamwork, professional growth, and delivering high-quality care.

If you are looking for an opportunity to join an established outpatient physical therapy practice where patient outcomes, clinical quality, and teamwork come first, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today to join the Cardinal Physical Therapy team in Chesterland, Ohio.