Physical Therapy (PT, Rehab) - Outpatient

Hartford Healthcare•Vernon, CT

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a Physical Therapist to join their Greater Manchester Region team. This role involves evaluating patients, developing and implementing treatment plans to improve function, and participating in an interdisciplinary approach to patient care. The position may require cross-site coverage and travel between multiple work sites. The Greater Manchester Region includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, Rockville General, a multispecialty provider group, and visiting nurse services, serving a population of 300,000 people across 19 towns.

Requirements

Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
Personal computer skills and proficiency in the use of Windows based programs needed for department functions.
Graduate of an accredited program of Physical Therapy with a minimum of a B.S.
Current Connecticut license in Physical Therapy.

Nice To Haves

Basic keyboarding and skill in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and in search capabilities on the internet.
Access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites.

Responsibilities

Evaluates patients based on departmental standards.
Conducts and modifies evaluations based on the patient’s symptoms, level of activity, and medical status, establishing individualized, appropriate, measurable goals for each patient.
Treats patients with appropriate and acceptable therapeutic exercises (strength, endurance, coordination, and ROM).
Administers physical agents (modalities) and manual therapeutic techniques to relieve pain and/or attain established goals.
Utilizes effective techniques to assist in normalizing motor activity and learning.
Educates patients/families in home exercise programs and/or functional activities to maximize independent functional activity.
Determines when a patient has achieved maximal benefit from treatment and recommends discharge if appropriate.
Documents in accordance with insurance guidelines and adheres to the department’s policies and procedures.
Seeks and fosters interdepartmental communication and communication with the referring physician regarding patient care.
Accurately and consistently fills out and submits charges daily.
Adheres to the professional code of ethics established by the APTA and the facility at all times.
Performs all duties with proper body mechanics and safety to prevent injuries.
Supervises at least one affiliated student per year.
Attends a continuing education course to further/improve treatment techniques.
Participates in at least one departmental in-service, or community in-service.