Physical Therapist - Short-Term Rehab & Geriatrics

Apple Rehab Inc; Watertown (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Short-term disability

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Apple Rehab Watertown is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate patients and develop customized rehabilitation plans to restore function and mobility within a short-term and skilled nursing setting. Responsibilities include administering therapy, reviewing referrals, measuring progress, educating patients and families, and coordinating with physicians.

New grads welcome; licensure required. This role offers a supportive team environment, opportunities to advance skills, and dependable shift

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PT program.
• Current PT license in good standing with the State licensing board.
• NEW GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY!
• Federal-, State- and GHR-required credentials current and on file.

Responsibilities

• Plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability.
• Reviews physician referral and patient records to determine physical therapy treatment required.
• Tests and measures patient strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and records findings to develop or revise treatment programs.
• Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data.
• Administers manual exercises to improve and maintain function.
• Instructs, motivates, and assists patient to perform various physical activities and use of devices.
• Administers treatments involving physical agents and equipment.
• Evaluates effects of treatment and adjusts as needed.
• Records treatment, response, and progress in patient chart or system.
• Instructs patient and family in home treatment procedures.
• Confers with physician to obtain additional patient information and coordinate care.
• Orients and directs work activities of assistants and aides.
• Uphold HIPAA regulations.
• Punctual and dependable for assigned shifts.

Education

Graduate of an accredited PT program

Current PT license, in good standing with the State licensing board

NEW GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY!

Federal-, State- and GHR-required credentials current and on file

Job description

Apple Rehab Watertown is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate patients and develop customized rehabilitation plans to restore function and mobility within a short-term and skilled nursing setting. Responsibilities include administering therapy, reviewing referrals, measuring progress, educating patients and families, and coordinating with physicians.

New grads welcome; licensure required. This role offers a supportive team environment, opportunities to advance skills, and dependable shift