Acute Care Physical Therapist - 32h Day Shift

Hartford HealthCare; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare's St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport is seeking a 32-hour Physical Therapist to join our acute care team. The PT will evaluate patients, design individualized treatment plans, and provide medically prescribed therapy to maximize independence.

The role requires a CAPTE-accredited PT degree, CT licensure, and flexibility to cover day shifts with rotating weekends. You will collaborate with Rehab Therapists, nurses, and social workers to ensure smooth patient transitions

Qualifications

• Bachelors, Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program by CAPTE.
• Acute Care experience preferred, however open to new graduates.
• Current State of CT Physical Therapy license required or active temporary license at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Upon Physician referral, the 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, and cardiopulmonary function.
• Establishes measurable goals with the patient/family based on appropriate patient care protocols and critical paths.
• Implements, delivers and delegates patient care using modalities and therapeutic exercise.
• Provides patient and caregiver education regarding treatment, precautions, and equipment use.
• Participates in patient transition planning and discharge planning including recommendations to community resources.
• Delegates patient care tasks and provides supervision for PT students and assistants.

Skills

Flexible adaptable

Team player

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy degree

Job description

Hartford HealthCare's St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport is seeking a 32-hour Physical Therapist to join our acute care team. The PT will evaluate patients, design individualized treatment plans, and provide medically prescribed therapy to maximize independence.

The role requires a CAPTE-accredited PT degree, CT licensure, and flexibility to cover day shifts with rotating weekends. You will collaborate with Rehab Therapists, nurses, and social workers to ensure smooth patient transitions