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Physical Therapist

Middlesex Health System•Westbrook, CT

About The Position

The Outpatient Physical Therapist administers Physical Therapy services under medical prescription in accordance with hospital regulations, the State of Connecticut Practice Act, and quality standards. The role includes clinical oversight of Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and is based in The Mayer Center Physical Therapy department on a per diem basis. The therapist develops individualized plans of care with patient input and agreement, addressing patient safety, education, psychological needs, and developmental needs. They assess patient data, set and revise goals, and explain treatment goals, plans, techniques, and outcomes to patients and/or families. The therapist also recommends therapeutic procedures and modalities, maintains required documentation and an adequate caseload, and addresses a home exercise program with each patient. The position includes communication with the Rehabilitation Supervisor, care team members, and referring physicians. The therapist attends continuing education seminars as required by licensure and schedules and presents educational programs, including tests, for rehabilitation staff or other medical professionals.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited School of Physical Therapy.
  • Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice in the State of Connecticut.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with electronic medical charting.
  • 3–5 years of clinical experience.
  • Flexibility with scheduling.

Responsibilities

  • Administer Physical Therapy services under medical prescription in accordance with hospital regulations, the State of Connecticut Practice Act, and quality standards.
  • Provide clinical oversight of Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs).
  • Develop a plan of care for each patient with the patient's input and agreement, addressing safety, educational, psychological, and developmental needs.
  • Assess patient data, set appropriate goals, and revise goals throughout the plan of care.
  • Explain treatment goals, plans, techniques, and outcomes to patients and/or families.
  • Recommend appropriate therapeutic procedures and modalities.
  • Comply with professional and departmental documentation standards.
  • Address a home exercise program with each patient.
  • Maintain an adequate caseload and adhere to departmental productivity standards.
  • Attend continuing education seminars as required by licensure.
  • Schedule and present educational programs, including tests, to rehabilitation staff or other medical professionals.
  • Communicate regularly with the Rehabilitation Supervisor, other team members, and referring physicians regarding patient care.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package
  • Shift differentials
  • Continuing education assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan relief
  • Long-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • Family medical leave

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