Physical Therapy Resident- Acute Care

Yale New Haven Health • New Haven, CT

6d

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Resident evaluates and treats patients in a variety of assigned inpatient and/or outpatient areas, collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment team members, and performs other clinical, teaching, and administrative duties as required. The resident serves as a positive ambassador for Rehabilitation Services and is enrolled in a one-year accredited post-graduate educational program accredited by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency & Fellowship Education (ABPTRFE). The resident must abide by ABPTRFE regulations, standards, and evaluation processes for continued accreditation. The position reports departmentally to the Manager of Rehabilitation Services and is accountable to the residency program director.

Requirements

• Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program or equivalent, and hold a B.S. degree.
• Maintain a current, unencumbered Connecticut license or temporary permit to practice as a Physical Therapist.
• Be an active APTA member and Acute Care Academy member.
• Hold current CPR certification through the American Heart Association.
• Demonstrate age-specific knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology, psychology, and physical and treatment techniques applicable to a diverse patient population.
• Have observation skills, verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work synergistically with patients, families, and other providers.
• Be willing and able to assume increased responsibilities as required.
• Meet the physical demands of the position, including standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, stooping, kneeling, climbing, repetitive motions, and exerting up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Acute care exposure is preferred.
• Clinical experience with a variety of diagnoses, including post-surgical, developmental, neurological, genetic, oncologic, and traumatic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Interpret physician referrals and perform basic clinical evaluations.
• Use assistants, support staff, and volunteers appropriately and safely in the delivery of patient care.
• Delegate responsibilities appropriately to therapy assistants, clinical students, and support staff, and maintain compliant clinical supervision and documentation review or co-signature.
• Maintain concise and accurate patient care documentation and billing in accordance with system, hospital, and department policies and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in professional development, attend department in-services, and seek opportunities to expand knowledge of the profession and related fields.
• Use equipment safely and effectively; report malfunctioning or missing equipment to a supervisor and take corrective action to remove equipment from use.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment team members and perform other clinical, teaching, and administrative duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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