Physical Therapist – Outpatient, Orthopedics, Float

Cleveland Clinic

. Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patient condition .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeUniontown • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in performing patient assessments, developing and evaluating care plans, and executing physical therapy interventions. Holds current licensure as a Physical Therapist and possesses essential certifications to ensure patient safety and compliance.

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Current State Licensure As A Physical TherapistBasic Life Support CertificationPhysical Therapy TechniquesPatient Assessment SkillsCollaboration Within Care Team

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Hard Skills

Patient AssessmentTherapy InterventionsManual DexterityVisual AcuityPhysical Therapy Techniques

Soft Skills

MotivationSupportCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree Or CertificateBLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Physical TherapyPatient CareRehabilitationStandard PrecautionsPersonal Protective Equipment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patient condition
Establish, revise, and evaluate appropriate plans of care involving patients and families
Perform therapy interventions using standard physical therapy techniques and skills
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, students, and other support personnel
Work closely with individuals navigating pain and recovery
Collaborate within the care team
Motivate and support patients throughout their rehabilitation journey
Float to other Cleveland Clinic locations as needed
Work day/evening rotation: 7:00am–3:30pm or 11:00am–7:30pm

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or certificate
Graduate of a Physical Therapy Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association
Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
Ability to walk and climb stairs without assistive device and maintain balance despite sudden load
Ability to meet heavy-level physical demands
Ability to lift and reach with arms sufficiently to lift patient's arm and leg during therapeutic treatment
Sensation of touch and manual dexterity to palpate muscle tension or monitor patient pulse
Visual acuity to observe patient movements and read monitors
Ability to speak clearly enough to instruct patients and families
Ability to hear at a conversational level
Compliance with standard precautions and required personal protective equipment
All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment
Drug-free work environment
Annual influenza prevention program with vaccination or approved exemption option