Physical Therapist - Outpatient (Per Diem)

Hartford HealthCare•Cheshire, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) who has a passion for patient care primarily in the area of outpatient orthopedics, with additional focuses on headaches, back/neck pain, gait/balance, light neuro and vestibular conditions. We utilize functional based approaches to exercise and activity with our patients and include manual therapy and modality treatments as necessary. This is a great opportunity to work with a diverse patient population that offers a wonderful team atmosphere with experienced clinicians and some of the best orthopedic physicians, nurses and physician assistants in New England! This position offers the potential for growth into a leadership position as the site and our network continue to grow! It could also provide the opportunity to work in other HHCRN offices in the general area. The Physical Therapist (PT) administers medically prescribed Physical Therapy treatments to patients. The Physical Therapist (PT) independently evaluates patient’s level of function, determines treatment strategies, and delivers and/or delegates Physical Therapy services that identify, prevent, remediate, and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain. This role encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of patients, and therapeutic application of physical and chemical agents, prescription of exercise and other procedures to maximize the patient's functional independence.

Requirements

Bachelors, Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
Open to new graduates
Current State of CT Physical Therapy license required or active temporary license at time of hire

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Physical Therapist preferred

Responsibilities

Upon Physician referral, the Physical Therapist (PT) performs thorough examination and evaluation of patient’s level of function, including evaluations for strength, movement, motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain, balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function by assessing and monitoring vitals, endurance, gait and functional abilities in activities of daily living
Establishes measurable goals with the patient/family based on appropriate patient care protocols and critical paths in order to meet patient needs.
Implements, delivers and delegates patient care by utilizing appropriate interventions and clinical decision making including but not limited to modalities such as heat, cold, light, water, sound, electricity, mobilization and therapeutic exercise.
Provides patient and caregiver education regarding treatment, precautions, and equipment use
Participates in patient transition planning and/or patient discharge planning including recommendations to community resources to meet patient needs throughout the continuum of care. Help to coordinate patient care with other care providers such as Rehab Therapists, Nurses, Social Workers, and other community resources as related to care transition planning.
Delegates patient care tasks and provide clinical supervision for Physical Therapist students, Rehabilitation Aides and Physical Therapist Assistants.