Physical Therapist- Acute Care

Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. 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 utilize various exercises to help patients increase strength, range of motion, endurance and coordination. Because this position requires close interaction, you have the opportunity to build strong relationships with both patients and their families. Often, your patients are dealing with pain, so sensitivity is important. Ultimately, your unconditional support and reassurance can drive them to work hard and regain their health.

This is a regular PRN position, with caregivers working shifts varying between 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This role requires three weekend day shifts per month (Saturday or Sunday), at least one designated summer holiday (Memorial Day, July 4, or Labor Day), and at least one designated winter holiday (Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, or New Year’s Day). The hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.
• Interpret plans and supervise patient treatments in accordance with the physician referral, ensuring the care, safety and wellbeing of the patient.
• Review and evaluate the patient's response or lack thereof to treatment.
• Make recommendations to the physician relative to the need to continue or discontinue physical therapy treatment.
• Provide appropriate documentation of each patient’s visit in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Be responsible for the maintenance and care of all equipment and apparatus.
• Be responsible for the economical use of supplies, linens and utilities.
• Provide appropriate billing for each patient visit in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist in on-the-job training of all ancillary personnel.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Bachelor’s Degree or certificate
• Graduate of a Physical Therapy Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association or a related international degree
• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
• Internship experience

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Experience in an acute-care setting

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

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