Physical Therapist (PT) - Outpatient Rehab
Company: Hartford HealthCare
Location: Middletown
Posted on: May 6, 2024
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Job Description:
Description Job Schedule: Full Time
Standard Hours: 40
Job Shift: Shift 1
Shift Details: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 7:30-4 pm with Tuesday
and Thursday 10:30-7
Work where every moment matters.
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Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work
with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment
matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most
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Position Description
We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist for our Outpatient
Rehab Clinic in Prospect, CT.
The Physical Therapist (PT) administers medically prescribed
Physical Therapy treatments to patients. The Physical Therapist
(PT) independently evaluates patient's level of function,
determines treatment strategies, and delivers and/or delegates
Physical Therapy services that identify, prevent, remediate, and
rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain.
This role encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of
patients, and therapeutic application of physical and chemical
agents, prescription of exercise and other procedures to maximize
the patient's functional independence. -
Responsibilities
- - - - - - - - - Upon Physician referral, the Physical Therapist
(PT) performs thorough examination and evaluation of patient's
level of function, including evaluations for strength, movement,
motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain,
balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function by
assessing and monitoring vitals, endurance, gait and functional
abilities in activities of daily living
- - - - - - - - - Establishes measurable goals with the
patient/family based on appropriate patient care protocols and
critical paths in order to meet patient needs.
- - - - - - - - - Implements, delivers and delegates patient care
by utilizing appropriate interventions and clinical decision making
including but not limited to modalities such as heat, cold, light,
water, sound, electricity, mobilization and therapeutic
exercise.
- - - - - - - - - Provides patient and caregiver education
regarding treatment, precautions, and equipment use
- - - - - - - - - Participates in patient transition planning
and/or patient discharge planning including recommendations to
community resources to meet patient needs throughout the continuum
of care. Help to coordinate patient care with other care providers
such as Rehab Therapists, Nurses, Social Workers, and other
community resources as related to care transition planning.
- - - - - - - - - Delegates patient care tasks and provide clinical
supervision for Physical Therapist students, Rehabilitation Aides
and Physical Therapist Assistants.Qualifications - - - - - - - - -
Bachelors, Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an
accredited program by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical
Therapy Education -(CAPTE).
- - - - - - - - - Open to new graduates
- - - - - - - - - Previous experience as a Physical Therapist
preferred
- - - - - - - - - Current State of CT Physical Therapy license
required or active temporary license at time of hire
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements -
- - - - - - - - - Must be flexible, a team player and able to work
efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- - - - - - - - - Works efficiently and organizes time
appropriately. Ability to prioritize daily work assignments.
- - - - - - - - - Ability to read and understand oral and written
instructions, and effectively communicate information.
- - - - - - - - - Basic computer skills (including opening/reading
email, basic internet use). Proficient skills in windows-based
software (including word processing, database, spreadsheet and
presentation programs).
- - - - - - - - - Working knowledge of State Practice Act and
Federal Medicaid and Medicare regulations.
- - - - - - - - - Excellent interpersonal skills
- - - - - - - - - Demonstrates competence, including knowledge and
behaviors, to meet age-specific patients' needs
- - - - - - - - - Maintains infection control policies related to
patient care
- - - - - - - - - Ability to exercise independent judgement
- - - - - - - - - Able to adapt to a changing environment
Problem Solving and Decision Making
- - - - - - - - - Requires the ability to exercise discretion and
use good judgment to perform duties promptly and consistently with
little direction.
- - - - - - - - - Ability to maintain confidentiality at all
times.
- - - - - - - - - Requires high level of analytical ability in
order to gather and interpret information from various sources.
- - - - - - - - - Able to take appropriate actions in response to
changes, circumstances ability concerning the daily activities of
the position.
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We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers
exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you
are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring
new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education
to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving
organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a
competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.
Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
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