Physical Therapist-Physical Therapy Inpatient

The MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH); Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, OH seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients using physical measures and rehabilitation techniques. You will work with patients from neonates to geriatrics, applying therapeutic exercises and assistive technologies as needed.

The position requires OH licensure, a degree in Physical Therapy from an APTA-accredited program, and current BLS certification or completion within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or post-graduate certificate in Physical Therapy from an APTA-accredited program.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist in Ohio.
• Current BLS certification or obtainable within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to travel to satellite locations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients using physical measures, therapeutic exercises and rehabilitation procedures.
• Addresses needs across the lifespan, from neonates to geriatrics, upholding system standards.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Post-graduate certificate in Physical Therapy

Ohio Physical Therapist Licensure

BLS Certification

Job description

Location: METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER
Biweekly Hours: 80.00
Shift: Days, Tuesday-Saturday; 2 holidays/yr

The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County’s safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.

Summary

Evaluates and treats patients by physical measures and the use of therapeutic exercises and rehabilitation procedures (with or without assistive devices) for the purpose of preventing, correcting, or alleviating disabilities. Patients may include neonates through the geriatric population. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree, or post-graduate certificate in Physical Therapy from a school accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
• Holds a Physical Therapist licensure in the State of Ohio
• Possesses current BLS certification, or obtains within 90 days of hire
• Ability to travel to satellite locations.

Preferred

• Membership in the APTA

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk without assistive device and to maintain balance despite sudden load in order to support patient from falling during ambulation and/or gait training.
• Ability to lift and reach with arms sufficiently to lift patient's arm or leg during exercise program.
• Sensation of touch and manual dexterity to be able to palpate muscle tension or to monitor patient’s pulse.
• Visual acuity to observe patient’s gross movement, gait, etc., in order to analyze biomechanical problems.
• Ability to speak clearly enough to instruct patients and families who may not be able to read.
• Ability to hear or understand patient’s description of symptoms and response to treatment.
• Frequently (25-75% of the time) performed tasks: Standing, sitting with and without back support, walking, reaching (overhead, forward, lateral, and low), crouching, balancing, lifting 5-25 pounds, carrying 5-10 pounds, and pushing up to 75 pounds
• Occasionally (5-25% of the time) performed tasks: Stooping, climbing, lifting or moving 24-50 pounds, carrying 10-25 pounds, and operating power tools and machinery