Physical Therapist I-Outpatient Therapy

Job Details

Kettering Health Hamilton l Hamilton l Full-time l Days

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Physical Therapist I (Hamilton) delivers evidence-based physical therapy services to patients across the care continuum, focusing on assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic intervention to restore function, relieve pain, and improve mobility. This role supports patient safety, access, and outcomes by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and educating patients and families on rehabilitation strategies. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from a CAPTE-accredited program or equivalent as recognized by the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board.

Required Work Experience

• Completion of clinical rotations as part of DPT program
• no prior post-graduate professional experience required.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations

• Current and valid Physical Therapist license issued by the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board prior to start date. Successful completion of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) and Ohio jurisprudence examination. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Skills

• Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics
• proficiency in patient assessment and treatment planning
• ability to implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions
• strong verbal and written communication skills
• effective patient and family education
• collaboration within multidisciplinary teams
• critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• documentation and record-keeping skills
• basic computer proficiency, including use of electronic health records (EHR).

Competencies

• For Inpatient Acute Care positions:
• Employee demonstrates patient identification at Point of Entry and Point of Care to policy.
• Employee demonstrates knowledge of Rehab Med Acute Care.
• Employee demonstrates consistent hand hygiene practices.
• For Inpatient Rehab positions:
• Employee demonstrates proper KHN restraint skills
• Employee demonstrates patient identification at Point of Entry and Point of Care to policy
• Employee has knowledge of Rehab Med Ranchos Levels and Interventions
• Employee demonstrates consistent hand hygiene practices
• Outpatient Therapy positions:
• Employee appropriately assesses pain levels
• Employee demonstrates understanding of motor learning strategies

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Work Experience

• Prior experience in a healthcare or rehabilitation setting is preferred.

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations

• Advanced certifications in specialty areas of physical therapy (e.g., orthopedics, neurology) are preferred.