Physical Therapist Assistant

                    

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Job Title

Physical Therapist Assistant

                        

Location

Solon

                    

Facility

Solon Family Health Center

                     

Department

Sports Pt Hospital Outpatient-Integrated Surgical Institute

                      

Job Code

D21008

                     

Shift

Day/Evening Rotation

                       

Schedule

7:00am-7:00pm

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

Join the Cleveland Clinic team 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.   

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 is passionate about treating orthopedic and spine conditions. 

A caregiver in this position will work a flexible schedule with start times between 7:00am and 7:30am and shifts ending as late as 7:00pm. This role typically follows a four-day workweek with one weekday off (Monday or Tuesday), though a five-day workweek may also be available based on operational needs. Availability for evening coverage is required, including shifts until 6:15pm on Wednesdays and 7:00pm on Thursdays. This position also participates in a rotating Saturday schedule of approximately three shifts per year.

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) or the American Red Cross 

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• Experience in a clinical area  

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 drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

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.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. 

If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the Agency of Health Care Administration: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster. 

                  

Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.