Physical Therapist

Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Pension Benefits through Union

Vision insurance

Flexible schedule

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Referral program

Paid training

Paid sick time

Retirement plan

Job summary

Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center in Hamden, Connecticut, is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join its team. The role involves creating and executing patient treatment plans, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Candidates must have a valid Connecticut PT license and CPR certification, with preferred experience in skilled nursing facilities. The company offers various benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Connecticut License as a Physical Therapist.
• Must have current CPR certification.
• Preferred: At least one year of experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility.

Responsibilities

• Creates, implements, and executes patient treatment plans.
• Communicates with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Providing timely documentation per facility requirements.
• Continues professional development through knowledge and associations.
• Supports department operations and development.
• Reports changes in patient status to Director of Rehab.
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants.

Skills

Current Connecticut License as a PT (Physical Therapist)

Current CPR

Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapist

Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center is looking for a physical therapist to join their wonderful team!

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• Pension Benefits through Union
• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Referral program
• Paid training
• Paid sick time
• Retirement plan

Summary of the Registered Physical Therapists (RPT)

The Physical Therapist will carry out an individualized program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals. The Physical Therapist will also maintain a positive working relationship with other health professionals and ancillary staff.

Qualifications

Job Requirements of Registered Physical Therapists (RPT)

• Current Connecticut License as a PT (Physical Therapist)
• Current CPR
• At least one (1) experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities of the Registered Physical Therapists (RPT)

• Creates, implements, and executes patient treatment plans.
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team.
• Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements and as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, and reimbursement requirements.
• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations.
• Supports and participates in department operations and development.
• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to Director of Rehab and interdisciplinary team as appropriate.
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants with the goal of ensuring optimal patient care and achievement of outcomes.