Physical Therapist II - $20k Sign-On Bonus | Full-Time

Danbury Hospital; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Health and Dependent Care Flexible Sp.

Health Savings Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life and AD&D insurance

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Team Member Discounts

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist for Danbury, CT, offering a $20,000 sign-on bonus and a pathway for additional incentives. The role requires CT Certification and BLS; recent graduates are welcome to apply and may be eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

The position emphasizes evaluation, treatment planning, patient education, and discharge planning within a multidisciplinary team. Strong commitment to professional development and compliance is expected.

Qualifications

• FIM certification in Physical Therapy rehab settings.
• CPR Certification.
• Bachelor degree and minimum one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs therapy evaluations, treatment planning and implementation utilizing department clinical guidelines & protocols. Participates in team conference/rounds for coordination of patients plan of care.
• Provides patient/family education and training.
• Provides peer review and participates in performance improvement activities.
• Documentation is completed based on department guidelines.
• Initiates discharge planning involving patient, family and team members as appropriate. Recommends equipment to meet patient needs.
• Attends 20 hours of continuing education per year. Provides 2 hours of inservice education per year to staff.
• Provides full-time clinical experience to students.
• Acts as mentor to lower level staff.
• Participates in orienting, teaching, guiding and evaluation of assistive personnel. Acts as mentor to lower level staff. Delegates to support personnel.
• Seeks guidance from higher level staff as needed.
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

FIM certification in Physical Therapy rehab settings

CPR Certification

Bachelor degree

Job description

Northwell Health is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist for Danbury, CT, offering a $20,000 sign-on bonus and a pathway for additional incentives. The role requires CT Certification and BLS; recent graduates are welcome to apply and may be eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

The position emphasizes evaluation, treatment planning, patient education, and discharge planning within a multidisciplinary team. Strong commitment to professional development and compliance is expected.