Per Diem Physical Therapist: Restore Mobility & Independence

Atlas Rehab and Healthcare at Maywood; Stonington (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 111,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible per diem scheduling

Job summary

Pendleton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Mystic, CT is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist to join our dedicated rehabilitation team. You will evaluate residents, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide therapeutic exercises to improve mobility, balance, and independence.

Collaborate with PTs, PTAs, nurses, and other clinicians; document progress clearly; educate residents and families on exercises and mobility strategies to promote continued recovery.

Qualifications

• Current, active Connecticut Physical Therapist license required.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and communication skills.
• Compassionate, resident-centered approach to care.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Experience in skilled nursing/rehabilitation/long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, treat, and support residents during rehabilitation.
• Perform comprehensive PT evaluations of mobility, strength, balance, and functional abilities.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and transfer training.
• Monitor progress and modify plans as needed.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on exercises and mobility strategies.
• Collaborate with PTAs, OTs, nursing staff, and other team members.
• Complete accurate clinical documentation.
• Provide supervision to PTAs as appropriate.

Skills

CT PT license

Accredited PT program

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Resident-centered care

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program

Job description

Pendleton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Mystic, CT is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist to join our dedicated rehabilitation team. You will evaluate residents, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide therapeutic exercises to improve mobility, balance, and independence.

Collaborate with PTs, PTAs, nurses, and other clinicians; document progress clearly; educate residents and families on exercises and mobility strategies to promote continued recovery.