Physical Therapist Home Health

Markent Personnel; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in health services seeks a licensed therapist to join their team in West Haven, Connecticut. This role involves evaluating patients, developing tailored treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare professionals for optimal patient care. New graduates are encouraged to apply, with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must hold current state licensure, CPR certification, driver's license.
• Knowledge of therapy principles and techniques.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the patient and develop an individual treatment plan.
• Modify treatment plans based on patient progress and condition changes.
• Instruct patients and caregivers on disability improvement methods.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Patient Care

Relationship Building

Education

Current state licensure

CPR certification

Driver's license

Automobile liability insurance

Bachelor's or higher in relevant field

Job description

• Provides quality therapy services as defined the applicable Standards of Practice
• Evaluation of the patient and development of the individual plan of treatment, including both short and long-term goals
• Observes and reports to the responsible physician the patient’s progress, reactions to treatments, and any changes in the patient’s condition; modifies the plan of treatment as needed
• Instructs the patient, caregiver, and other health team members in methods to improve and correct disabilities
• Communicates regularly with physicians and other health care team members
• Plans for patient discharge through realistic and attainable long-term goals which may be modified as condition change
• Prepares the patient and the patient’s caregiver for care after discharge
• Reports to the Clinical Director any significant patient, family, or physician issues

Requirements & Qualifications

• Must hold current state licensure, CPR certification, driver’s license, and automobile liability insurance.
• Thorough knowledge of professional theory, practice, techniques, principles, and equipment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to document patient care effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain a working relationship with patients, other health care professionals, physicians, and the public.
• New Grads considered, 1+ year of experience preferred