Physical Therapist - Neuro - PRN

About the role

Cleveland Clinic Nevada specializes in collaborative care, providing the community with ongoing care, clinical research and access to no-cost partner resources and education services. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career at one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and conduct prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.
• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patients’ conditions.
• Establish, revise and evaluate plans of care while involving the patient and/or their family.
• Perform therapy interventions.
• Supervise activities of Physical Therapy Assistants, students and other caregivers.

Requirements

• Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Certificate, Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT), Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.
• Preferred qualifications: 2 years of experience in a clinical area, Neurological experience, FND experience, EPIC experience.

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

• Ability to remain sensitive and compassionate in assisting patients dealing with pain.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

• Pay Range: Minimum hourly: $50.00, Maximum hourly: $50.00.

Schedule

PRN caregiver works Mon-Fri | 8:00am—5:00pm | schedule may vary based on coverage needs.