Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Vestibular/Ortho

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus is seeking a Physical Therapist to blend clinical expertise with meaningful patient connection. You will assess and treat patients with vestibular diagnoses, collaborate with the care team, and guide students and staff in a busy rehabilitation setting.

Responsibilities include planning and supervising therapy, ensuring safety during activities, and supporting patients through their vestibular recovery journey, with a 7:00am–6:30pm schedule and one late night per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or certificate in physical therapy.
• Graduate of a PT program accredited by the APTA.
• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT).
• BLS Certification through AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and on-going assessments of patient condition.
• Establish, revise and evaluate a care plan with patient/family involvement.
• Deliver therapy interventions using standard PT techniques as appropriate.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, students and support staff.

Skills

Team collaboration

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's Degree or certificate

PT program accreditation

Current PT licensure

BLS Certification

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

This position blends clinical expertise with meaningful patient connection, as therapists work closely with individuals navigating pain and recovery. Success in this role requires strong collaboration within the care team, effective time management, and excellent interpersonal communication. Empathy and a service-oriented mindset are essential, as therapists motivate and support patients throughout their rehabilitation journey.

This position will care for patients presenting with vestibular diagnoses including BPPV, cervicogenic dizziness and vestibular hypofunction.

A caregiver in this position works 7:00am to 6:30pm with 1 late night per week until 6:30pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Perform initial and on-going assessments of patient condition.
• Establish, revise and evaluate a plan of care appropriate to problems identified and involve the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.
• Perform therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
• Supervise activities of Physical Therapy Assistants, students and other support personnel.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• 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 American Red Cross

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Experience in a clinical area
• Vestibular and orthopedic experience
• Open to New Grads

Physical Requirements:

• 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.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

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.).