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Physical Therapist

Akron, OH, US


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req#: 278440
Location: Akron, OH

Facilities: Center for Neuro and Spine,

Professional Area: Allied Health

Department: 9552 Neurology-Cleveland Clinic Akron General

Job Code: AK0579

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Day/Evening Rotation

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager Physical Therapy, the Physical Therapist evaluates and treats physical therapy patients, provides communication to referral sources, provides daily charting, and marketing services.
  • Evaluates and treats physical therapy patients and communicates to referral sources about patient’s initial condition, progress, and discharge disposition.
  • Completes patient related and non-patient related documentation in a timely manner.
  • Delegates and supervises the patient care of PTAs, support staff and students.
  • Achieves personal and professional development through participation in continuing education, inservices, orientation programs and student programs.
  • Markets services to patients, referral sources and the public.
  • Organizes work assignments and time, without compromising quality patient care, to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency.
  • Follows system and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code and display of ID badge, and safety.
  • Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements. Maintains applicable certification/licensure. Maintains required BLS.
  • Other duties as assigned

Education:

  • Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy.

Certifications:

  • Physical Therapy current license to practice in Ohio.

Complexity of Work:

  • Maintains competencies specific to patient population served.

Work Experience:

  • Previous experience treating orthopedically involved patients desired.

Physical Requirements:

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

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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 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.
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