Physical Therapist PD

University of Vermont Health Network; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Vermont Health Network - UVMMC Fanny Allen Campus in Colchester, VT seeks a Physical Therapist for the Inpatient Rehab Therapies department. This per diem role offers day shifts with no guaranteed hours and non-benefit eligibility.

The therapist provides direct patient care, develops movement and mobility plans, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and independence. Vermont licensure or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s of Science or higher degree from an Accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed to practice physical therapy in the State of Vermont.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy to patients in varying states of health and illness. Physical therapists diagnose and manage movement dysfunction, enhance physical and functional abilities, and promote quality of life related to movement and health.
• Teach and prepare patients/families and caregivers for continued care after discharge.
• May be involved in consultative services within the organization and community.

Skills

Physical therapy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Building Name: UVMMC - Fanny Allen Campus

Location Address: 790 College Parkway, Colchester Vermont

Regular

Department: Inpatient Rehab Therapies

Per Diem (position has no committed hours and is not benefit eligible)

Standard Hours: 0

Biweekly Scheduled Hours:

Shift: Day-8Hr

Primary Shift: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Weekend Needs: Rotating

Salary Range: Min $39.17 Mid $48.97 Max $58.76

Recruiter: Aaron Ducatte

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Provides physical therapy to patients in varying states of health and illness. Physical therapists diagnose and manage movement dysfunction, enhance physical and functional abilities, and promote optimal quality of life as it relates to movement and health. Physical therapists prevent the onset, symptoms, and progression of impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities that may result from diseases, disorders, conditions, or injuries. Physical therapists function as an essential member of therapy and multidisciplinary teams providing direct care to patients. They teach and prepare patients/families and caregivers for continued care after discharge. The physical therapist may be involved in consultative services within the organization and in the community. The physical therapist demonstrates dedication to professional growth and development and to the continuous improvement of patient care.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s of Science or higher degree from an Accredited Physical Therapy program. Licensed or eligible to be licensed to practice physical therapy in the State of Vermont.

EXPERIENCE:

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