Physical Therapist (PT, Therapy, Rehab, Homecare) - 10k Sign-On Bonus Available

Hartford Healthcare • East Hartford, CT

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About The Position

Hartford HealthCare at Home is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist for its home care division. The role provides physical therapy services to homebound patients referred for care, with flexible scheduling and full-time, part-time, and per-diem opportunities. Benefits are available to colleagues working 24 hours per week or more.

The Physical Therapist evaluates patients, develops treatment plans, and implements therapy. The role independently determines treatment strategies and delivers or delegates services to identify, prevent, remediate, and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain, with an emphasis on physical dysfunction. Evaluation and treatment may address strength, motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain, balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function, endurance, gait, and functional abilities in activities of daily living. The goal is to maximize patients’ functional independence.

Hartford HealthCare at Home describes its care as coordinated and based on current research and education. The organization offers flexible scheduling and work-life balance, and provides therapists with a cellphone and laptop.

Requirements

• Physical therapy experience is required.
• Graduate of a Physical Therapy Program from an accredited American Physical Therapy Association school.
• Bachelor of Science degree or entry-level master's degree.
• Active Connecticut physical therapist license.
• CPR certification required by the start date.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate homebound patients referred for physical therapy.
• Develop treatment plans and implement physical therapy services.
• Independently determine treatment strategies and deliver or delegate services to identify, prevent, remediate, and rehabilitate physical dysfunction or pain.
• Assess strength, motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain, balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function, endurance, gait, and functional abilities in activities of daily living.
• Use therapeutic procedures to maximize patients’ functional independence.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 after six months of employment.
• Up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleagues and dependents.
• Loan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loans.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs, including a focus on mental health.
• Paid time off.
• Health insurance packages.
• Cellphone and laptop provided to therapists.
• Discounts on services, products, and optional coverages, including movie tickets, pet insurance, and travel.
• Sign-on bonus of $10,000 is available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time