PHYSICAL THERAPIST - FLOAT at Aultman Health Foundation – CANTON, Ohio

The Float Pool Physical Therapist is responsible for interpreting all referral information, evaluating, adjusting, updating and discharging the treatment of all patients in accordance with the Ohio Revised Code Section 4755 in all settings of care at Aultman.

The Aultman Therapy Float Pool provides high-quality, patient-centered rehabilitation services to individuals recovering from orthopedic, neurological, and musculoskeletal conditions. Our licensed physical therapists deliver evidence-based care focused on restoring function, improving mobility, and enhancing quality of life. The department operates within the hospital’s broader continuum of care and collaborates closely with physicians, nursing staff, and other allied health professionals to ensure seamless, coordinated treatment. Services are delivered in compliance with all applicable regulatory standards and organizational policies. Staff are expected to uphold the mission, vision, and values of the organization while maintaining a strong commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and continuous professional development.

• Graduate of a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy program

• Current PT license from State of Ohio OT, PT, and AT Board

• Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in Basic Life Support(BLS) utilizing Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI).

• Willingness to build professional skills in order to support the various levels of care the provide physical therapy across the Aultman Health System.

• Completes thorough physical therapy evaluations and examinations, establishing treatment plans and goals in accordance with the Ohio State practice act and APTA professional standards.

• Applies evidence-based practices and sound clinical reasoning in all aspects of physical therapy care, while fostering innovation and contributing to a positive, solutions-focused work environment.

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal, verbal/written communication, and organizational problem-solving skills to support collaboration with patients, families, PTAs, and interdisciplinary team members.

• Adapts care approaches to meet the developmental, functional, and cultural needs of patients across the lifespan and diverse backgrounds.

• Skilled in delivering manual therapy techniques and prescribing individualized exercise programs with appropriate dosing, aligned with plan of care guidelines and tailored to each patient’s clinical presentation and goals.

• Leads the therapy team by guiding and supervising Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), ensuring coordinated care delivery and adherence to treatment plans.

• Complies with all hospital policies, safety protocols, infection control standards, and HIPAA regulations to ensure safe and ethical practice.

• Participates in ongoing professional development, competency assessments, and quality improvement initiatives to maintain clinical excellence.

• Demonstrates adaptability and fosters a collaborative team environment by responding effectively to both planned and unplanned changes in daily workflow, which may occur multiple times per day.

• Proactively supports colleagues by offering assistance, adjusting to schedule modifications, and managing fluctuating patient volumes to maintain consistent, high-quality care.

• Proficient in the use of electronic health record systems (e.g., Cerner) and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Teams, Outlook, Shifts) to support documentation, communication, and coordination of care.

• Supports professional growth by mentoring other Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants, sharing clinical expertise, and fostering a collaborative learning environment that enhances team competency and patient outcomes.

• Facilitates observation opportunities for other healthcare professionals, including physicians and students, to promote interdisciplinary understanding and education.

• Technology Adaptability: Willingness and ability to learn new software tools and updates as required by hospital systems and therapy department workflows.

• Adaptability to build skills to support niche services when needed.

• Coordinates care with a wide range of healthcare professionals within the therapy continuum, including other Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), Speech-Language Pathologists, Nursing, social services, etc.

• Demonstrate effective and adaptable communication strategies to support seamless coordination within a large, dynamic facility, utilizing both formal and informal channels—including real-time verbal interactions and electronic platforms such as Microsoft Teams, email, and other tools—to ensure timely information exchange among staff that work at the various levels of care.

• Exhibit cultural sensitivity and adaptability in communication and care delivery, effectively engaging with diverse patient populations ranging from inner-city communities to individuals from affluent backgrounds, while respecting unique values, expectations, and subcultural norms.

• Provides care as assigned at any Aultman facility where rehabilitation therapy services are delivered.

• Maintains on-going competency at all assigned practice locations.

• Conducts thorough patient evaluations. Develops patient plans of care and ensures adherence through effective delegation where appropriate. Provides direct patient care consistent with industry standards and consults with other specialists as needed. Ensures optimal patient functional outcome by adjusting care plan over the episode of care.

• Keeps the Unit Director informed of any significant problems or concerns.

• Responds effectively to patient/family complaints.

• Orients new personnel to charts, forms and documentation requirements. Consistently and thoroughly documents patient care in a timely fashion according to organizational and regulatory guidelines.

• Provides peer review of job performance of co-workers on at least an annual basis.

• Assists with the quality improvement program by reviewing, recommending or implementing quality improvement processes as needed or as directed.

• Assists with compliance of facility operations with federal, state and local rules and regulations.

• Demonstrates flexibility in meeting the needs of the program and responds positively to changes in workflow.

• Promotes teamwork by demonstrating willingness to assist others in meeting the needs of all individuals and collaborating effectively with the interdisciplinary team and other departments throughout the organization.

• Complies with infection control and safety policies.

• Maintains Aultman standards of confidentiality, including the HIPAA Privacy Rule.

• Creates and fosters a work environment that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Values of the Aultman Health Foundation.

• Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills; strong organizational and problem-solving skills; ability to stimulate new ideas and create a positive work environment.

• Demonstrates proficiency in the performance of physical therapy evaluation and treatment procedures.

• Demonstrates knowledge and use of evidence-based practice.

• Greets patients, visitors, and colleagues promptly with a warm smile, friendly introduction, and, when possible, by name—creating a welcoming and respectful environment.

• Anticipates needs and exceeds expectations by asking, “Is there anything else I or a fellow colleague can do for you?”—demonstrating a proactive approach to service and support.

• Provides a caring, timely, and compassionate discharge experience, consistently expressing gratitude with, “Thank you for allowing us to care for you.”

• Engages in both formal and informal communication using planned and impromptu huddles, direct conversations, Microsoft Teams, email, and other tools to ensure timely information sharing and team alignment.

• Demonstrates a collaborative mindset by proactively offering assistance to colleagues during downtime, fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes optimal patient care and efficient workflow.

• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to prepare patients for discharge through education, support, and clear communication, often initiating the process several visits in advance to ensure a smooth and safe transition.

• Daily work locations will vary according to needs across the health system.

• Hours of operation with shifts as assigned including occasional overtime, on-call or off-shifts (evenings and/or weekends) scheduled as necessary.

• Lunch and break periods must be coordinated with other staff members to maintain adequate staffing during facility hours of operation.

• May be required to travel in inclement weather.

• Subject to frequent interruptions and changes in priority of duties throughout the day.

• Subject to emergency and other crisis situations.

• Will be asked to working at different locations throughout the therapy continuum in the Aultman Health system: inpatient units, outpatient, and home health.

Category I - Includes tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for spills or splashes of, or mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.

Demands

Frequency

Remarks

Lifting 0-10 lbs

Continuous 66% of the day

Lifting 10-20 lbs

Continuous 66% of the day

Lifting 20-35 lbs

Continuous 66% of the day

Lifting 35-50 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Lifting 50-75 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Lifting 75-100 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Lifting over 100 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Forward Reaching

Continuous 66% of the day

Overhead Reaching

Frequent 34-65%

Standing

Continuous 66% of the day

Walking

Continuous 66% of the day

Sitting

Continuous 66% of the day

Climbing

Occasional 10-33%

Stairs/Ladder

Occasional 10-33%

Bending/Stooping

Continuous 66% of the day

Twisting/Turning

Continuous 66% of the day

Kneeling/Squatting

Frequent 34-65%

Crawling

Occasional 10-33%

Pushing/Pulling 0-10 lbs

Continuous 66% of the day

Pushing/Pulling 10-20 lbs

Frequent 34-65%

Pushing/Pulling 20-35 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Pushing/Pulling 35-50 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Pushing/Pulling 50-100 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Pushing/Pulling over 100 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Carrying 0-10 lbs

Continuous 66% of the day

Carrying 10-20 lbs

Continuous 66% of the day

Carrying 20-35 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Carrying 35-50 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Carrying 50-100 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Carrying over 100 lbs

Occasional 10-33%

Grasping/repetitive sustained

Continuous 66% of the day

Fine motor coordination

Continuous 66% of the day

Vision: Near/Far/Color

Continuous 66% of the day

Hearing: ordinary conversation/other

Continuous 66% of the day

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. AultCare is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

AultCare/AHS will provide reasonable accommodations to employees or applicants with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without accommodation, unless such accommodation would constitute an undue hardship on AultCare/AHS or poses a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual or others that cannot be sufficiently mitigated by reasonable accommodation. Any applicant or employee who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment should notify the Aultman Human Resource Department and request such an accommodation.