Physical Therapy (PT, Rehab, Inpatient) - Per Diem

Hartford HealthCare; Vernon (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is looking for a Physical Therapist to join their team in Vernon, Connecticut. The role involves evaluating patients and providing appropriate treatments to improve or restore function. You'll work in a collaborative environment and engage in community education and mentoring students.

Applicants must have a B.S. in Physical Therapy and a current Connecticut license. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program of Physical Therapy.
• Current Connecticut license in Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and establish treatment goals.
• Conduct therapeutic exercises and administer modalities.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs.

Skills

Strong English communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Reliable transportation

Education

B.S. in Physical Therapy

Job description

Location Detail

MMH-31 Union Street (10619)

Shift Detail

Weekday, Weekend & Holiday coverage

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as a Physical Therapist.

The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

Position Summary

Provides treatment to patients by evaluating the function and selecting and applying appropriate treatments to improve or restore function. Participates in an interdisciplinary approach for in servicing and community education and in the clinical education of affiliating students. Potentially may be responsible for cross-site coverage.

Competencies

• This position requires an individual with strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must have personal computer skills and be proficient in the use of Windows based programs needed for department functions.
• Basic keyboarding and skill is desirable, but not required, in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and in search capabilities on the internet.
• Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites; and travel is required in order to perform essential duties.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.

Job-Specific Competency

• Evaluates patients based on departmental standard.
• Conducts and modifies evaluations based on the patient’s symptoms, level of activity, and medical status establishing individualized, appropriate, measurable goals for each patient.
• Treats patients with the appropriate and acceptable therapeutic exercises (strength, endurance, coordination, and ROM).
• Administers physical agents (modalities) and manual therapeutic technique to relieve pain and/or attain established goals.
• Utilizes effective techniques to assist in normalizing motor activity and learning.
• Educates patients/families in home exercise programs and/or functional activities in order to maximize independent functional activity.
• Determines when a patient has achieved maximal benefit from treatment and recommends discharge if appropriate.
• Documents in accordance to insurance guidelines and adheres to the department’s policies and procedures.
• Seeks and fosters interdepartmental communication and communication with the referring physician regarding patient care as evidenced by observation, and chart review.
• Accurately and consistently fills out and submits charges daily.
• Adheres to the professional code of ethics established by the APTA and the facility at all times as evidenced by observation.
• Performs all duties with proper body mechanics and safety to prevent injuries.
• Supervises at least one affiliated student per year
• Attends a continuing education course to further/improve treatment techniques.
• Participates in at least one departmental in-service, or community in-service as evidenced by documentation of educational program.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program of Physical Therapy with a minimum of a B.S.
• Must hold a current Connecticut license in Physical Therapy.