Physical Therapist

UVM Medical Center • Colchester, VT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides physical therapy to patients in varying states of health and illness. Physical therapists diagnose and manage movement dysfunction, enhance physical and functional abilities, and promote optimal quality of life as it relates to movement and health. They prevent the onset, symptoms, and progression of impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities that may result from diseases, disorders, conditions, or injuries. The physical therapist functions as an essential member of therapy and multidisciplinary teams, providing direct patient care. They teach and prepare patients, families, and caregivers for continued care after discharge. The role may involve consultative services within the organization and in the community. The physical therapist demonstrates dedication to professional growth and development and to continuous improvement of patient care.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed to practice physical therapy in the State of Vermont.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy to patients in varying states of health and illness.
• Diagnose and manage movement dysfunction and enhance patients’ physical and functional abilities and quality of life.
• Prevent the onset, symptoms, and progression of impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities related to diseases, disorders, conditions, or injuries.
• Provide direct patient care as an essential member of therapy and multidisciplinary teams.
• Teach and prepare patients, families, and caregivers for continued care after discharge.
• Provide consultative services within the organization and in the community, as applicable.
• Pursue professional growth and development and contribute to continuous improvement of patient care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time