Physical Therapist Assistant - Home Care

A caregiver in this position works 8:00am to 5:00pm. There are weekend and holiday rotations.

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

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)

• Valid Driver’s License (VDL) with proof of $100,000/$300,000 coverage insurance coverage for Homecare

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Experience in a clinical area

Why You'll Love Working with Us:

• Competitive Pay and Mileage Reimbursement
• Excellent Benefits - 403b, health and dental insurance
• Flexible Scheduling
• Supportive Leadership That Has Your Back
• Opportunities for Advancement and Professional Growth
• Work-Life Balance You Can Count On
• Autonomy and Independence — manages own patient assignment and make critical decisions in the field.
• Meaningful 1-on-1 Relationships — treat patients in the context of their home environment, allowing for truly personalized care.
• Broad Clinical Experience — receive exposure to a wide range of patient conditions, great for developing clinical skills and confidence.
• Technology-Driven and Innovation-Friendly — use mobile documentation and a wide range of technologies to deliver efficient, high-quality care in the home setting.

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.

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