Join Cleveland Clinic South Pointe Hospital and experience healthcare at its best. This facility is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. Here, you will provide stellar patient care, work with state-of-the-art technology and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Physical Therapy Department is looking to add a Physical Therapist Assistant for our Teleneurology service. In this unique role, you will collaborate directly with Neurologists through a high-tech remote platform, helping evaluate patients using specialized neurological tests. You will also provide in-person care, teaching patients exercises to improve mobility, strength, and coordination, and training them to use crutches, canes, and walkers. This position offers hands-on experience, the chance to work closely with Advanced Practice Practitioners (APPs), and opportunities for learning and professional growth.

A caregiver in this position works from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with a weekend rotation. Caregiver will float between South Pointe and Marymount Hospital.

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.
• Serve as the on-site presenter for Teleneurology consultations.
• Perform neurological special tests under the guidance of a remote Neurologist.
• Assist in the evaluation and diagnosis of neurological conditions.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with Neurologists and APPs.
• Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of patient assessments.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies and telehealth protocols.

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

• State licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

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

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Experience in a clinical area
• Experience with telehealth or remote patient care
• NIH Stroke Scale certification
• Strong understanding of neurological assessments and patient care

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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.