Per Diem Physical Therapist - Restore Mobility & Independence

Atlas Healthcare, LLC; Mystic (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible per diem schedule

On-site facility

Job summary

Pendleton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Mystic, CT is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. The role focuses on evaluating and treating residents, developing individualized plans, and supporting mobility and independence.

You will collaborate with therapists and nursing staff, provide education to residents and families, ensure accurate documentation, and adhere to state requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and communication skills.
• Compassionate, resident-centered approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive PT evaluations of residents' mobility, strength, balance, and function.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and transfer training.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Educate residents and families on exercises and mobility strategies.
• Collaborate with PTAs, OTs, nursing staff, and the care team.
• Complete accurate clinical documentation per policies and regulations.
• Provide supervision/direction to PTAs as appropriate.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

Pendleton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Mystic, CT is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. The role focuses on evaluating and treating residents, developing individualized plans, and supporting mobility and independence.

You will collaborate with therapists and nursing staff, provide education to residents and families, ensure accurate documentation, and adhere to state requirements.