Physical Therapist - Outpatient-Stratford - Per Diem

Yale New Haven Health; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

Bridgeport Hospital in Connecticut is seeking a per diem physical therapist to join our patient-centered care team. The role emphasizes evaluation, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration across neuro, ortho, and specialty care areas.

Responsibilities include managing a full caseload, timely documentation, and participation in professional development, with licensure and BLS/CPR current. Per diem schedule offers flexibility to support outpatient services.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited physical therapy program or equivalent and B.S. degree.
• Current Connecticut licensure in physical therapy or demonstrated eligibility.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Physical demands: stand, walk, lift up to 100 lbs., operate exercise equipment and related devices.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans and implements treatment programs for patients.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment team members.
• Manages a full caseload on a daily basis.
• Demonstrates consistency and timeliness with non-clinical tasks.
• Function as an interdisciplinary team member in comprehensive patient care.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Productivity

Documentation

Professionalism

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

PT degree

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients.

Evaluates, plans and implements specific treatment programs for patients. Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment team members. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• Clinical Skills
  • Demonstrates Skill in Evaluation, Treatment Planning and Providing Therapy
• Productivity
  • Manages a Full Caseload on a Daily Basis
• Documentation and Administrative Tasks
  • Demonstrates consistency and timeliness with non-clinical tasks
• Professionalism
  • Demonstrates Participation in Professional Development
• Comprehensive Patient Care
  • Demonstrates Ability to Function as Interdisciplinary Team Member

Qualifications

Education

Graduate of accredited physical therapy program or equivalent and B.S. degree.

Experience

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Licensure

Current Connecticut licensure in physical therapy or demonstrated eligibility. Current BLS/CPR certification.

Physical Demand

The worker must be able to stand, walk, talk, hear, lift, push, pull, reach, stoop, kneel, climb and perform repetitive motions, of the wrist, fingers or hands. The worker is subject to inside environmental/atmospheric conditions such as poor ventilation and is also subject to hazards, such as exposure to chemicals. The worker must be able to operate various exercise equipment, whirlpools, ultrasound and electrical stimulation equipment. The worker must be able to exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and /or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently and /or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects or the human body. Functions with or without the assistance of reasonable accommodation as determined on a case by case basis.

Additional Information

HOURS: Per diem/As needed

Adult outpatient PT position seeking candidate with interest in or experience/certification with specialty care. This includes the specialties of Neuro, Ortho, Pelvic Health, Concussion Management, Vestibular Rehab, Oncology Rehab, Lymphedema, Geriatrics, Craniosacral and Schroth. Experience required.