Job Summary
Physical Therapist, Outpatient in Ohio. This position involves conducting physical therapy plans of care to facilitate patient rehabilitation for individuals experiencing disabilities caused by disease, injury, dysfunction, or other physical, cognitive, or perceptual limitations. Primarily working days shifts, the role requires applying clinical expertise to improve patient outcomes and support their recovery process.
Job Details
- Certifications, Education, and Experience Requirements: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program with a Valid license to practice in the state of Ohio; 0-1 year of experience preferred.
- Position Description: Conducts evaluations, establishes treatment goals, plans and executes treatments, and documents patient progress efficiently and accurately.
- Schedule: Days shift; 10 hours per shift; 40 hours per week.
- Additional Responsibilities: Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapy Attendants according to state laws and departmental guidelines. Assists with department budgeting, goal setting, work instruction revisions, and patient satisfaction initiatives. Supervises and mentors volunteers and students per departmental instructions and American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) guidelines.
- Physical Capacity Demands: Heavy work involving exertion of up to 50-100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 25-50 pounds frequently, or up to 10-20 pounds often.
- Position Considerations: Requires strong cognitive and communication skills, problem-solving, prioritization, and collaboration with healthcare teams. Adheres to safety and protective equipment protocols in consideration of both patient and staff safety.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
