Physical Therapist

OhioHealth is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. In this role, you will evaluate, plan, and implement individualized treatment programs to help patients restore function, improve mobility, and manage pain. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team, educate patients and families, and maintain accurate clinical documentation. OhioHealth offers an inclusive, supportive culture with robust professional development, innovative care practices, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on community health across our statewide network. Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations for patients with diverse diagnoses, including musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary conditions Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based plans of care in collaboration with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team Provide therapeutic interventions such as manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, and gait and balance training Educate patients, caregivers, and families on home exercise programs, safe mobility, assistive devices, and strategies to maximize function and prevent injury or falls Document evaluations, treatment sessions, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record Communicate regularly with referring physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to coordinate care and support optimal patient outcomes Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences, discharge planning, and care coordination across inpatient, outpatient, and home-health settings as appropriate Supervise and provide guidance to physical therapist assistants, rehab aides, and students in accordance with state practice guidelines Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, evidence-based practice projects, and program development within the rehabilitation services department Engage in ongoing professional development, maintaining licensure and required certifications, and participating in continuing education and in-service training Orthopedic and musculoskeletal assessment and treatment Neurological rehabilitation techniques (e.g., gait, balance, coordination training) Manual therapy and joint/soft-tissue mobilization Therapeutic exercise prescription and progression Functional mobility and transfer training Post-surgical rehabilitation protocols Pain management strategies within PT scope Use of assistive devices, bracing, and durable medical equipment Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation, preferably Epic Clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice Patient and caregiver education Time management and caseload prioritization Interdisciplinary team collaboration Outcome measure selection and interpretation (e.g., TUG, 6MWT, ODI) BLS and basic emergency response skills Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Current Ohio Physical Therapist (PT) license in good standing Graduation from an accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Physical Therapy program American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems, preferably Epic Specialty certifications (e.g., OCS, NCS, GCS) preferred but not required