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Location: UCMC- Gardner Neuroscience Institute Department: Outpatient Therapy Hours: Full-Time, 40 Hour/Week Shift: First Physical Therapist (PT), First Shift, Physical Therapy Department UC Health is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist (PT) for the Outpatient Therapy department for the first shift at Gardner Neuroscience Institute. The major focus will be on evaluating, planning, and implement Physical Therapy treatment programs for referred patients in order to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain, and return to his/her maximum function. Follow hospital department approved policies related to documentation, attendance, education, etc. Show respect and courtesy to all staff, patients, and visitors.Education and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum Required: Degree in Physical Therapy from approved APTA School. License to practice Physical Therapy or licensure eligible in the applicable state.
• CPR Certification.
• Minimum Required: Recently certified, licensed or graduates within past 12 months.
  • Preferred: 1 - 2 Years equivalent experience. ADULT: One year of experience preferred. Will consider a new graduate. NICU: Three (3) years NICU/Acute care experience.
  • Customer service and interpersonal skills.

Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today! About UC Health UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com. At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering. As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors. UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.Job Responsibilities:

Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.

Selects appropriate therapeutic assessment tools Upon referral completes a functional comprehens