Physical Therapist

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health system in Ohio is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist. This role involves evaluating and treating patients, coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team, and contributing to department functions. Ideal for entry-level candidates with a passion for patient care.

Benefits

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• Evaluates and treats patients based on provider referral.
• Instructs patients and caregivers on discharge plans.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care responsibilities include evaluation and treatment.
• Coordinates discharge plans with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Physical Therapist License

Job description

Join to apply for the Physical Therapist role at OhioHealth

1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Physical Therapist role at OhioHealth

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary

Competently interpret the patient's history and baseline level of function and then to complete an assessment appropriate to the patients' area(s)of deficits. Based on problems identified, the physical therapist establishes and carries out a plan of care to include patient treatment and reassessment, patient/family instruction, discharge planning, documentation in the medical record and communication with physicians and other medical staff. This position helps patients achieve maximum functional outcomes. Actively participates in department functions.

Responsibilities And Duties

Direct Patient Care 90 - 100%

Evaluates And Treats Patients

After provider referral, evaluates the patient's physical abilities and functional status, develops and implements plan of care based on evaluation findings and appropriate treatment technique and initiates patient treatment.

Carries out plan of care with reassessment and changes to plan of care as appropriate.

Therapist is responsible for maintaining/meeting the productivity expectation of their department.

Plans And Helps Coordinate Discharge Plan With Multidisciplinary Team

Instructs patient and care giver/family.

Recommends DME required for discharge.

Provides information to physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers and other team members.

Involved in the multidisciplinary patient plan of care and discharge readiness plan.

Documents evaluation, plan of care, progress toward goals, discharge plan/continuity of care for multidisciplinary team, and other involved medical and insurance policies.

Indirect Patient Care 1-10%

Department Functions

Supervises patient assignments and duties of the PTAs and rehab techs.

Is involved in department quality improvement through data collection and participation in team and staff meetings.

Assumes duties delegated by management in the absence of department management, as needed.

Education/Mentoring

Takes active roles in orienting new staff members.

Serves as clinical instructor for PT and PTA students.

Serves as an advocate for discipline on the multidisciplinary team.

Represents department at problem-solving and committee meetings.

The major duties, responsibilities and essential functions listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive of the duties, responsibilities and essential functions to be performed by employees in this job. Associate is expected to perform all other duties as requested by management.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (Required)DL-HC - Driver's License only if in a Home Care department - Department of Motor Vehicles, LIC - Licensed in Field - State of Ohio, PT1 - Physical Therapist License - American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties

Additional Job Description

Licensed in the State of Ohio. Basic computer skills. Entry level new graduate, if facility has at least one veteran Physical Therapist to mentor, otherwise, at least one year of clinical Experience

Work Shift

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours

As Needed

Department

Rehabilitation - Inpatient

Join us!

• if your passion is to work in a caring environment
• if you believe that learning is a life-long process
• if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry
  
  

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. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at OhioHealth by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Physical Therapist” roles.

Physical Therapy Assistant - $5,000.00 Sign-on Bonus

Physical Therapist Assistant - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Physical Therapist Assistant - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Physical Therapist - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Physical Therapist - SIGN ON BONUS $5,000.00

Physical Therapist - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Grove City Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Physical Therapist Assistant -Take Your Therapist Home - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Physical Therapist Assistant -Take Your Therapist Home

Physical Therapy Assistant- Local Traveler - Premium Traveler Pay!

Physical Therapist - Take Your Therapist Home - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Physical Therapist - Take Your Therapist Home - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Physical Therapist Assistant - Full-time

Physical Therapist - (PT) - Outpatient Private Practice - Pelvic Health

Physical Therapist Assistant- Northwest Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist- Polaris Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist Assistant - Full-time

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.