Physical Therapist - Inpatient - Acute

Cleveland Clinic

Euclid, OHJob$70–106K/yrTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$70–106K/yr

Location

Euclid, OH

Work Authorization

Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Current State Licensure As A Physical TherapistCurrent Basic Life Support Certification Through The American Heart Association Or American Red CrossBachelor's degree

Job overview

Cleveland Clinic is hiring a Physical Therapist - Inpatient - Acute. The Physical Therapist at Cleveland Clinic's Euclid Hospital will provide patient‑first care, helping individuals improve mobility, manage pain, regain function, and prevent disability while working alongside passionate caregivers in a supportive environment.

Key focus areas include Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs, Perform initial and ongoing assessments, and Establish, revise and evaluate plans of care.

Important skills include Evaluate Medically Prescribed Physical Therapy Treatment Programs, Perform Initial Assessments, Perform Ongoing Assessments, Establish Plans Of Care, Revise Plans Of Care, and Evaluate Plans Of Care. Preferred (not required): EPIC.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Evaluate Medically Prescribed Physical Therapy Treatment ProgramsPerform Initial AssessmentsPerform Ongoing AssessmentsEstablish Plans of CareRevise Plans of CareEvaluate Plans of CarePerform Physical Therapy InterventionsSupervise Physical Therapy AssistantsSupervise Physical Therapy StudentsSupervise Support CaregiversEmpathySensitivityGenuine Concern for Well-BeingEPIC

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or CertificateCurrent State Licensure as a Physical TherapistGraduate of a Physical Therapy Program Accredited by the American Physical Therapy AssociationCurrent Basic Life Support Certification Through the American Heart Association or American Red CrossExperience Working in an Acute Healthcare Setting

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Full job description

Join the Cleveland Clinic team at Euclid Hospital where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Physical Therapist, you will foster a supportive and restorative environment that elevates the patient care experience at Cleveland Clinic. In this role, you will help patients improve mobility, manage pain, regain function, and prevent disability resulting from injury, illness, or medical conditions. We seek a compassionate caregiver who demonstrates empathy, sensitivity, and genuine concern for each individual's well-being. Through your dedication and encouragement, you will empower patients with the confidence and motivation they need to progress on their path to recovery.

A caregiver in this position works days from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Including some weekend requirements based on business needs.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.
Perform initial and ongoing assessments.
Establish, revise and evaluate plans of care.
Perform physical therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills appropriate for the patient's age and condition.
Supervise the activities of physical therapy assistants, students and other support caregivers.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

Bachelor's Degree or certificate
Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT)
Graduate of a Physical Therapy Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) OR American Red Cross

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

Experience working in an acute healthcare setting
Open to new grads!
Experience with EPIC a plus.

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 Annual Salary: $69,600.00

Maximum Annual Salary: $106,132.50

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. 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. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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