Physical Therapist

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Rehab Team Member to join an outpatient rehabilitation program. This role works within a multi-disciplinary team under supervision of the clinic manager and director of rehabilitation services to evaluate and treat patients with neurologic and orthopedic conditions.

The ideal candidate holds current Ohio licensure in Physical Therapy or Athletic Training, with degrees from an accredited institution; BLS certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold current licensure in Ohio for Physical Therapy or Athletic Training.
• Degrees must be from accredited institutions; BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients in outpatient rehabilitation sites.
• Assess patients and establish plans of care as part of a team.
• Provide education and support to families and caregivers.
• Facilitate continuing care planning and care coordination.
• Participate in outcomes management activities.

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education and family support

Education

Ohio licensure in PT or AT

Tools

American Heart Association BLS certification

Job description

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The Rehab Team Member is currently licensed to practice therapy in the State of Ohio. This individual will work within a team oriented multi-disciplinary rehabilitation program. These services are offered via outpatient service sites to patients who have disorders and conditions associated primarily with neurologic and orthopedic injuries. The rehabilitation team members report to the rehabilitation clinic manager as part of the Ambulatory Rehabilitation Services structure.

The Rehab Team Member works under the general supervision of the Director of Rehabilitation Services and under direct supervision of their clinic manager. The Rehab Team Member evaluates and treats patients in accordance with the laws and rules that govern the practice of their profession in the state of Ohio. Although team members report directly to the clinic manager, they are also responsible to each other, to those they supervise (rehab assistants and athletic trainers) and to other participants included in the patient care activities.

Each Rehabilitation Team Member is first a part of a group effort to provide care within a continuous performance improvement environment, and secondly a distinct professional who provides specific contributions to the team approach. Team members assess patients and establish together plans of care; provide a wide variety of treatment techniques; provide education and support to families; and facilitate continuing care planning. Team members evaluate quality of services and participate in outcomes management activities.

Minimum Qualifications

All Rehab Team Members must hold current licensure with the State of Ohio, Physical Therapy and Athletic Training Board or the Ohio Board and meet the educational and/or certification requirements established by their professions. All academic degrees must have been granted from an accredited institution. Current American Heart Association BLS certification preferred.

Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.

A final note: Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.