Physical Therapist- Inpatient Acute Care

Yale New Haven Health • New Haven, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in a variety of inpatient and /or outpatient areas as assigned. Collaborates proactively with interdisciplinary treatment team members. Acts as a mentor for staffs and students. Works collaboratively with unit resources in assessing program needs as well as educational needs of staff. Serves as a catalyst to promote the achievement of departmental goals. Performs other clinical, teaching and administrative duties as required. Serves as positive ambassador for all Rehabilitation Services.

Requirements

• Graduate of a CAPTE accredited program in Physical Therapy or equivalent and B.S. degree
• Must maintain a current unencunbered license or temporary permit to practice as a Physical Therapist in CT.
• Demonstrates age-specific knowledge in basic anatomy and physiology, psychology and Physical Therapy theory, evaluations, and treatment techniques to be applied to a diverse patient population.
• Observation skills, communication skills (both verbal and written), and an ability to work with patients, families and other providers in a synergistic manner are essential.
• Willing and able to assume increased responsibilities as required.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) to two (2) years' experience in an academic/large medical center based practice preferred.
• Experience working with children and/or adults depending on the assigned setting.
• Clinical experience with a variety of diagnoses to include post-surgical, developmental, neurological, genetic, oncologic, and traumatic.

Responsibilities

• Able to interpret physician referrals to perform basic clinical evaluations.
• Demonstrates participation in professional development and stays informed of current developments in the field by attending department in-services, and seeking opportunities to expand own knowledge of the profession and related fields.
• Uses equipment in a safe and effective manner. Reports malfunctioning or missing equipment to supervisor and takes corrective action to remove equipment from use.
• Appropriately delegates responsibility to therapy assistants, clinical students and support staffs, and maintains an appropriate and compliant level of clinical supervision and documentation review/co-signature.
• Utilizes assistant and support staff and volunteers appropriately and safely in the delivery of patient care.
• Maintains concise and accurate patient care documentation and billing in accordance with system, hospital and department policy and regulatory requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level