Per Diem Inpatient Physical Therapist (Days)

Day Kimball Healthcare; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay-for-Performance

Shift Differentials

Career Growth

401(k) Matching

Pet Insurance

Wellness Programs

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Day Kimball Health is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist to join the Inpatient department in Putnam, CT. Per diem employees are expected to work a minimum of 32 hours per month, with days shifts.

The PT will evaluate and treat patients, document progress, educate families, and collaborate with physicians to adjust treatment plans, while maintaining professional growth and contributing to hospital initiatives.

Qualifications

• BS, MS or DPT degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy.
• Connecticut licensure required.
• Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent within 3 months of hire.
• Minimum of one-year clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients as prescribed by referring physician.
• Records treatment, response, progress and discharge information in patient charts or computer.
• Educates patient, family and significant others regarding condition, treatment and home program.
• Confer with physician and other practitioners regarding progress, regression or change of plan.
• Orients, instructs, and directs assistants, aides and students.
• Participates in professional growth and department meetings.

Skills

Clinical decision making

Patient assessment

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

BS, MS or DPT from accredited program

Job description

Day Kimball Health is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist to join the Inpatient department in Putnam, CT. Per diem employees are expected to work a minimum of 32 hours per month, with days shifts.

The PT will evaluate and treat patients, document progress, educate families, and collaborate with physicians to adjust treatment plans, while maintaining professional growth and contributing to hospital initiatives.