Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Vestibular/Ortho

Cleveland Clinic; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Health System seeks a Physical Therapist for the Outpatient Vestibular/Ortho service at the Main Campus in Cleveland. This role blends clinical expertise with meaningful patient connection to support rehabilitation and recovery.

You will collaborate with a dedicated care team, manage time effectively, and communicate empathetically to guide patients through their journey. The position requires handling vestibular diagnoses such as BPPV and vestibular hypofunction, with a

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree or certificate in physical therapy.
• Graduate of a Physical Therapy Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient assessment

Care planning

Therapy techniques

Supervision of staff

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or certificate

Accredited Physical Therapy Program (APTA)

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Job Title

Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Vestibular/Ortho

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

Physical Therapy-Ambulatory Operations

Job Code

T29013

Shift

Days

Schedule

7:00am-6:30pm

Job Summary

Job Details

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.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

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