Physical Therapist Part-Time Weekends

University Hospitals; Willoughby (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a part-time Physical Therapist, focusing on rehabilitation for patients with physical and psychosocial disabilities. This role involves conducting evaluations, creating tailored treatment plans, and educating patients and families about health and wellness. With flexible weekend scheduling options, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives while working in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will possess acute care experience and a passion for helping others. This is your chance to contribute to a leading healthcare institution dedicated to patient care and rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the State of Ohio to practice Physical Therapy.
• Requires skills for evaluation and treatment appropriate to patients' ages.

Responsibilities

• Develops effective treatment plans based on patient evaluations.
• Educates patients and families on health information and treatment.

Skills

Evaluation and Treatment Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Professional Initiative

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

Job description

Job Description - Physical Therapist Part-Time Weekends (2500002H)

Organizes and conducts Physical Therapy program to facilitate the rehabilitation of people with physical and/or psychosocial disabilities. The Physical Therapist directs the patient’s participation in selected activities/treatments to restore, re-enforce and correct pathology to promote and/or maintain good health.

Responsibilities:

• Performs evaluation(s) and develops an effective treatment plan appropriate to a patient’s rehabilitation needs within the care continuum.
• Educates patient/family/caregiver in applicable health information, treatment and prevention.
• Initiates and participates in the discharge planning process.
• Performs other department activities such as documentation, billing, and support of department operations.

Required For All Jobs:

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.

This candidate will join a dynamic team. This position will fill a weekend position to support weekend (and holiday) rotation. The schedule will be determined during interview process & mutually agreed upon prior to hire. There are three options possible:

• Option 1: Week 1-SAT SUN, Week 2-SUN MON
• Option 2: Week 1-FRI SAT, Week 2-SAT SUN
• Option 3: Week 1 & 2-SAT SUN

Primary location will be Lake West Medical Center; opportunities to float to other EAST Market UH facilities is possible. Therapist with acute care experience preferred.

Education:

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.

Required Credentials, License, and/or Certifications:

Licensed by the State of Ohio to practice Physical Therapy.

Experience & Knowledge:

Requires the evaluation and treatment skills necessary to provide Physical Therapy appropriate to the developmental and chronological age of patients on caseload.

Special Skills & Equipment Knowledge:

Professional initiative, objectivity, good time management and interpersonal skills. Must be physically, cognitively and perceptually able to provide patient treatment and assist in physical mobility of patients and equipment.