Inpatient Physical Therapist - Flexible 3-Day Schedule

Littleton Hospital Association; Littleton (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Littleton Regional Healthcare in Littleton, NH is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist to provide skilled patient care in inpatient rehab and related units. You will conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, and help restore function for patients across Med/Surg, ICU, ED, and obstetrics settings.

Requirements include a Physical Therapy degree, NH license, and BLS; outpatient experience preferred. The hospital offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must have degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school (minimum requirement is Bachelor of Science)
• Must have a current license or be eligible for licensure in the State of New Hampshire
• Previous outpatient experience preferred
• BLS required

Responsibilities

• Clinical Evaluation and Assessment: Conduct comprehensive evaluations and assessments of patients' musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions, pinpointing functional limitations and developing individualized treatment plans in accordance with New Hampshire's physical therapy regulations.
• Treatment Planning and Implementation: Formulate and execute evidence-based physical therapy treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific needs, promoting optimal rehabilitation and functional improvement while adhering to state practice guidelines.
• Rehabilitation and Functional Restoration: Focus on restoring patients' physical function, mobility, strength, and coordination through therapeutic interventions, contributing to their overall well-being and independence.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on prescribed exercises, self-care strategies, and injury prevention techniques, ensuring that patients are well-informed and capable of managing their conditions effectively.
• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary healthcare team, including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure coordinated patient care and successful treatment outcomes, in alignment with the collaborative practices emphasized in New Hampshire's physical therapy regulations.
• Inpatient Care: Provide physical therapy services in inpatient settings as needed, such as acute care, emergency department, same-day surgery, obstetrics unit, and/or the intensive care unit, actively participating in patient rounds and discharge planning to facilitate smooth transitions.
• Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintain thorough and accurate patient records, including evaluation findings, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries, ensuring that documentation is compliant with the state's physical therapy regulations and legal requirements.
• Continuing Education and Professional Growth: Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with the latest advancements in the field of physical therapy, attending workshops, seminars, and relevant courses to enhance your clinical skills and knowledge.
• Compliance and Regulatory Adherence: Strictly adhere to all relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards governing the practice of physical therapy in New Hampshire, upholding the highest levels of professional and ethical integrity.

Education

Physical Therapy degree

NH PT license eligibility

Job description

Littleton Regional Healthcare in Littleton, NH is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist to provide skilled patient care in inpatient rehab and related units. You will conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, and help restore function for patients across Med/Surg, ICU, ED, and obstetrics settings.

Requirements include a Physical Therapy degree, NH license, and BLS; outpatient experience preferred. The hospital offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.