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Job Title

Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient - Aquatic & Ortho Split

                        

Location

Independence

                    

Facility

Independence Family Health Center

                     

Department

Sports Pt Hospital Outpatient-Integrated Surgical Institute

                      

Job Code

D21008

                     

Shift

Variable

                       

Schedule

7:00am-7:00pm

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

Physical Therapy Assistants work under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist to implement a patient's treatment. They teach patients or clients exercises to increase their mobility, strength, and coordination. They also train patients to use crutches, canes, and walkers. Some physical therapy assistants are also trained in massage to help patients heal and relax. The ideal candidate has experience with aquatic physical therapy treatment of patients with a variety of orthopedic and sports related pain, injuries that are surgical and non-surgical in nature. 

The Cleveland Clinic is committed to the success of each of our caregivers. We have a strong Special Interest Group (SIG) structure where clinicians with similar interests and treatment approaches can collaborate and grow their professional skills and knowledge. Specific to this role, there is an aquatic therapy SIG who can provide mentoring and host continuing education courses throughout the year. Additional SIGs are also active for professional growth and knowledge. 

A caregiver in this position works 7:00am—7:00pm. Caregivers are also included in the rotation for Saturday morning coverage (8:00am—12:00pm) at the Independence Physical Therapy department.  

The caregiver in this position will see patients on land at the Independence Family Health Center 3 days per week and at the Broadview Heights Community Center pool 2 days per week.

The specific hours of this position are approximately:

Monday (Broadview Heights pool): ~9:15-4:30pm

Tuesday (Independence FHC -land): 9:15-7pm

Wednesday (Broadview Heights pool):  ~9:15-4:30pm

Thursday (Independence FHC - land): 7am-4:15m

Friday (Independence FHC - land) 7am-4pm

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

• Administer patient centered Physical Therapy treatment incorporating evidence-based practice and skilled techniques to achieve optimal functional outcomes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. 
• Observe, communicate and document patient progress and response to treatment. 
• Plan, organize and implement individualized therapeutic programs with patient/family, incorporating evidence-based practice. 
• Provide education on Physical Therapy related subjects to patients, clients, caregivers, hospital personnel and the community. 
• Act as a clinical instructor or participate in the education and evaluation of students. 
• Act as a resource for volunteers and observers. 

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• Associate's degree or certificate 
• Graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association 
• State licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) 

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• Aquatic experience preferred.
• Open to new grads with relevant aquatic experience.
• Knowledge of Epic  

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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.

                       

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

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