PT Physical Therapist

Direct Staffing Inc; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive rehabilitation services. The role involves developing therapy programs, supervising assistants, and ensuring high-quality patient care. Candidates must possess a Master's degree and a valid license in Connecticut for this rewarding opportunity.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Physical Therapy license in Connecticut.
• A Master's degree in Physical Therapy or related field is required.
• Experience equivalent to Master's degree accepted with prior qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, and deliver individualized physical therapy programs.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and ensure compliance with state standards.
• Design and apply adaptive devices for patient rehabilitation.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Therapeutic Exercise

Manual Therapy

Patient Instruction

Adaptive Device Training

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Physical Therapy

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

The Physical Therapist assesses the need for, develops, and delivers physical therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation. S/he identifies the need for and makes referral(s) to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs of patients. S/he implements individualized therapy programs designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. The Physical Therapist also instructs, educates, and trains patients and caregivers in those skills and functions essential for promoting independence and productivity, in

1. Screens, examines and evaluates patients, including history, systems review, and application of appropriate tests and measures, synthesis information and interprets examination findings in order to establish a diagnosis, identify impairments, determine the predicted level of improvement and the time required to achieve it, identify precautions/contraindications and design and plan of care. Develops appropriate treatment goals and methods in collaboration with the patient and caregivers, implements the physical therapy treatment plan, and completes all related documentation and record keeping regarding these services. Services such as therapeutic exercise including aerobic capacity conditioning, balance coordination, agility training, body mechanics and postural stabilization, flexibility exercises, gait and locomotion training, neuromotor development training, relaxation, strength, power, and endurance training; functional training; manual therapy; airway clearance techniques; integumentary repair and protection; use of electrotherapeutic, physical agent and mechanical modalities.

2. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students and support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.

3. Designs, fits and/or applies adaptive devices, and trains patients in the use of adaptive devices including orthotics and prosthetics.

4. Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other related meetings.

5. Puts Patient Service first: ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights.

6. Instructs patient in the skills and techniques required for participation in mobility activities, and evaluates patient progress, attitudes and behavior as related to rehabilitative potential.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Hold a valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.

2. A Master's degree in Physical Therapy or a related field.

a. For individuals who completed appropriate Physical Therapy education prior to January 1, 2002, with a valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice or proof of license eligibility, a Bachelor?s degree in Physical Therapy (or related field), plus five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in Physical Therapy will be accepted in lieu of the Masters degree.

b. A foreign-degree equivalent to the first professional degree, consistent with state licensing rules, will be accepted in lieu of Masters degree.

Additional Information

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Direct Staffing Inc