Physical Therapist (PT) – Mobile Outapatient Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT)

Genesis Administrative Services • Vernon, CT

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Powerback is hiring a Physical Therapist and Certified Lymphedema Therapist to provide mobile outpatient therapy in assisted and independent living facilities and community settings in Vernon, Manchester, Coventry, and East Hartford, Connecticut. The role primarily provides outpatient rehabilitation to older adults in their homes, which may include a private residence or a room in an independent living facility. The therapist evaluates patients and develops and delivers individualized physical therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation, restore and enhance function, and promote independence and productivity. The therapist also identifies when referrals to other disciplines are needed and coordinates care with patients, caregivers, and the rehabilitation team. The position offers a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings. It is full time, 30–40 hours per week, with a stated $5,000 bonus. The posted salary range is $80,000–$110,000 per year.

Requirements

• Valid Physical Therapy license in the state or states of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
• A master's degree in Physical Therapy; or a master's degree in a Physical Therapy-related field plus a bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy; or a bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy plus five years of progressively responsible Physical Therapy experience.
• A qualifying Physical Therapy degree earned outside the United States must be evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. degree in Physical Therapy.
• Valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from patients' residences.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as necessary and in accordance with licensure requirements and professional standards.
• Follow department and patient treatment schedules and complete timely clinical and billing documentation; attend work-related meetings.
• Attend and contribute to patient care, staffing, and other related conferences.
• Refer patients to other disciplines and agencies to address their comprehensive needs.
• Consult with rehabilitation team members to select therapeutic regimens suited to each patient's needs and capabilities.
• Adapt programs and plans of care to individual patient needs.
• Promote a safe environment and address fire and safety hazards.
• Order supplies and equipment as needed; clean and maintain equipment and report repair needs.
• Provide caring, compassionate, high-quality service that respects patients' and families' needs and rights.
• Screen, examine, and evaluate patients; establish diagnoses, identify impairments and precautions, estimate expected improvement and time to achieve it, and design plans of care and treatment goals with patients and caregivers.
• Implement physical therapy treatment plans and complete related documentation and record keeping.
• Provide therapeutic interventions including therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary repair and protection, and electrotherapeutic, physical-agent, and mechanical modalities.
• Incorporate health and wellness, chronic disease management education, and fall-risk assessment and interventions into care.
• Provide case management in home and community settings.
• Design, fabricate, fit, or apply adaptive devices, including orthotics and prosthetics, and train patients in their use.
• Select activities appropriate to each patient's physical and mental capacity, intelligence level, and interests.
• Instruct patients in mobility skills and techniques and evaluate progress, attitudes, and behavior relevant to rehabilitation potential.
• Reexamine patients as needed and modify or progress treatment plans.
• Perform home and community mobility assessments and recommend ways to support safe mobility.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members.
• Generous paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
• Clinical mentorship program for new graduates.
• Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
• Visa or Green Card sponsorship support and a travel program offering work across the United States while maintaining a full-time role.
• Discounts on wireless and television services, home, auto, renters, and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and other offerings.
• Employee recognition rewards through the PowerZone Employee Recognition Program.
• Professional development through the Clinicians in Action program.
• $5,000 bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time