Physical Therapist (PT) - Inpatient Rehab

SSM Health; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation hospital in Akron is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive care for patients with various medical and physical challenges. This role involves evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, and ensuring a smooth transition for patients back into their community. The ideal candidate will hold the necessary state licensure and demonstrate a commitment to patient education and outcomes.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) with company match

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Qualifications

• Current state licensure or eligibility as a Physical Therapist is required.
• Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals.
• Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize outcomes.
• Coordinates treatment program alongside other clinical services.

Skills

Patient Education

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Program Development

Coordination of Care

Supervising Therapy Assistants

Education

State licensure as a Physical Therapist

Certified BLS

Job description

Overview

Cleveland Clinic Rehabilitation Hospital, Edwin Shaw

*A joint venture with Select Medical & Cleveland Clinic*

Akron, Ohio

Physical Therapist (PT)

Why work for XX Rehab Hospital? We are committed to your growth and success!

• Clinical Ladder Program (varies per location)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Extensive and thorough orientation program
• Team oriented environment
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance; Life insurance; Prescription coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Days (EID)
• A 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Personal and Family Medical Leave

Here, you will provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiples traumas.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs.
• Provides ongoing evaluation of patient’s status and goals, modifying treatment program for timely progression.
• Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities.
• Coordinatestreatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services, as well as available community resources. Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination.
• Provides for patient education to include the development of comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction to the patient, family and other caregivers as appropriate to facilitate a safe and effective discharge.
• Prepares for patient discharge inclusive of ordering of necessary equipment and recommendations for therapeutic services ensuring the continuum of care.
• Evaluates patient in the actual or simulated home, school, work or community environments as necessary to facilitate a return to community activities, making recommendations for necessary adaptations or training.
• Identifies and manages various levels of care necessary to ensure care plan delivery. Delegates and supervises the utilization of PTAs, as well as support personnel to maximize patient outcomes and ensure effective utilization of services.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist is required.
• Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment is required.

Additional Data

Our mission is to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment. Each employee plays a vital role in doing that by living our cultural behaviors - celebrating success, owning the future, being patient-centered, creating change, thinking first and building trust.

We'd love for you to join the team!

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

*Post offer employment testing (POETs) are completed as part of the onboarding process - to be completed before an employee's first day of work.*