Join Cleveland Clinic's Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health and become a part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. The Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health is a medical center dedicated solely to the pursuit of more effective treatments for brain diseases and to the provision of state-of-the-art care for patients affected by these diseases and their families. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career.

We are looking for a driven, hard-working, and compassionate physical therapist to join our rehab team in our mission to improve the lives of patients and caregivers living with progressive neurologic diseases. The center currently works with patients and caregivers living with Alzheimer's disease and other neurocognitive disorders, Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders, and Multiple Sclerosis. Your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Creating a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient's desires and capabilities.

• Performing therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the patient.

• Supervising activities of physical therapy assistants, students and other support personnel.

Our ideal caregiver is someone who:

• Excels in communicating with an interdisciplinary team.

• Is empathetic to the unique needs of a neuroprogressive population.

• Is confident in use of evidence-based practice to guide clinical decision making.

The physical therapy department is currently open Monday through Friday 7am - 6 pm. Anticipated schedule would be Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. Please state your background and interest in the cover letter.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Responsibilities:

• Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.

• Establishes, revises and evaluates a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.

• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.

• Supervises activities of physical therapy assistants, students and other support personnel.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree or certificate required.

Certifications:

*Current State Licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT).

*Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).

*For Homecare only: Valid Ohio Driver's license upon hire; per policy 8-175 thereafter.

*For Homecare only: Proof of automobile insurance coverage with $100,000/$300,000 coverage, upon hire; per policy 8-175 thereafter.

Complexity of Work:

• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Must be able to work in a stressful environment.

Work Experience:

• Experience in the clinical area preferred.

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 hourly: $33.46

Maximum hourly: $51.03

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. While the pay range is displayed as an hourly rate, Cleveland Clinic recruiters will clarify whether the compensation is hourly or salary. 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. This is not inclusive of the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package, which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement.

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