Physical Therapist - HomeCare

Hartford Healthcare•East Hartford, CT

20h•Remote

About The Position

We’re seeking an experienced Physical Therapist (PT) for homecare. Hours are flexible and open to full time, part time or per diem. Benefit eligible at 24 hours per week or more. The Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for evaluation, treatment planning, and implementation for homebound patients referred for physical therapy. PT also independently evaluates, determines treatment strategies, delivers and/or delegates services that identify, prevent, remediate, and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain, with emphasis on physical dysfunction. This role encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of patients, and therapeutic application of physical and chemical agents, exercise and other procedures to maximize the patient's functional independence. Evaluation involves strength, motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain, balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function, endurance, gait and functional abilities in activities of daily living. We believe in high standards. These standards allow us to bring out the very best in our clients and our staff.

Requirements

PT experience required.
Graduate of Physical Therapy Program from an accredited American Physical Therapy Association school, BS degree or entry level master's degree.
Active CT PT license.
CPR certification required at time of start.

Responsibilities

Evaluation, treatment planning, and implementation for homebound patients referred for physical therapy.
Independently evaluates, determines treatment strategies, delivers and/or delegates services that identify, prevent, remediate, and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain, with emphasis on physical dysfunction.
Evaluation of strength, motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain, balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function, endurance, gait and functional abilities in activities of daily living.