Hartford Healthcare
Physical Therapist (PT) - Outpatient Rehab (Per Diem)
Hartford Healthcare, Naugatuck, Connecticut, us, 06770
DescriptionJob Schedule:
Per DiemStandard Hours:
1Job Shift:
Shift 1Shift Details:
Availability to cover various shifts Mon-Thursday 7:00am - 7:00pm; Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm
Work where
every moment matters .Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticuts most comprehensive healthcare network.
Position DescriptionWe are seeking a per diem Physical Therapist (PT) for our Outpatient Rehab Clinic in West Haven, CT.This clinic is connected to our Go Health Urgent Care and PACT Medical Group. This site focuses primarily on sports medicine and orthopedics. It is part of a multidisciplinary team of medical, rehabilitation, and wellness professionals dedicated to improving the health of all patients. This therapist will collaborate with professionals throughout the facility to support our coordinated care model. All of our clinics have ample private treatment spaces and state-of-the-art gyms to support our patients recovery.Specialty Programs in this clinic include Balance & Falls (Safe Steps), Complex Spine, Concussion, Dry Needling, Headache Management, Chronic Pain Management, Sports Medicine, Thoracic Outlet and Vestibular Therapy.The Physical Therapist (PT) administers medically prescribed Physical Therapy treatments to patients. The Physical Therapist (PT) independently evaluates patients level of function, determines treatment strategies, and delivers and/or delegates Physical Therapy services that identify, prevent, remediate, and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain.This role encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of patients, and therapeutic application of physical and chemical agents, prescription of exercise and other procedures to maximize the patient's functional independence.ResponsibilitiesUpon Physician referral, the Physical Therapist (PT) performs thorough examination and evaluation of patients level of function, including evaluations for strength, movement, motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain, balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function by assessing and monitoring vitals, endurance, gait and functional abilities in activities of daily livingEstablishes measurable goals with the patient/family based on appropriate patient care protocols and critical paths in order to meet patient needs.Implements, delivers and delegates patient care by utilizing appropriate interventions and clinical decision making including but not limited to modalities such as heat, cold, light, water, sound, electricity, mobilization and therapeutic exercise.Provides patient and caregiver education regarding treatment, precautions, and equipment useParticipates in patient transition planning and/or patient discharge planning including recommendations to community resources to meet patient needs throughout the continuum of care. Help to coordinate patient care with other care providers such as Rehab Therapists, Nurses, Social Workers, and other community resources as related to care transition planning.Delegates patient care tasks and provide clinical supervision for Physical Therapist students, Rehabilitation Aides and Physical Therapist Assistants.QualificationsBachelors, Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).Open to new graduatesPrevious experience as a Physical Therapist preferredCurrent State of CT Physical Therapy license required or active temporary license at time of hire
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is
your moment .
Per DiemStandard Hours:
1Job Shift:
Shift 1Shift Details:
Availability to cover various shifts Mon-Thursday 7:00am - 7:00pm; Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm
Work where
every moment matters .Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticuts most comprehensive healthcare network.
Position DescriptionWe are seeking a per diem Physical Therapist (PT) for our Outpatient Rehab Clinic in West Haven, CT.This clinic is connected to our Go Health Urgent Care and PACT Medical Group. This site focuses primarily on sports medicine and orthopedics. It is part of a multidisciplinary team of medical, rehabilitation, and wellness professionals dedicated to improving the health of all patients. This therapist will collaborate with professionals throughout the facility to support our coordinated care model. All of our clinics have ample private treatment spaces and state-of-the-art gyms to support our patients recovery.Specialty Programs in this clinic include Balance & Falls (Safe Steps), Complex Spine, Concussion, Dry Needling, Headache Management, Chronic Pain Management, Sports Medicine, Thoracic Outlet and Vestibular Therapy.The Physical Therapist (PT) administers medically prescribed Physical Therapy treatments to patients. The Physical Therapist (PT) independently evaluates patients level of function, determines treatment strategies, and delivers and/or delegates Physical Therapy services that identify, prevent, remediate, and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain.This role encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of patients, and therapeutic application of physical and chemical agents, prescription of exercise and other procedures to maximize the patient's functional independence.ResponsibilitiesUpon Physician referral, the Physical Therapist (PT) performs thorough examination and evaluation of patients level of function, including evaluations for strength, movement, motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain, balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function by assessing and monitoring vitals, endurance, gait and functional abilities in activities of daily livingEstablishes measurable goals with the patient/family based on appropriate patient care protocols and critical paths in order to meet patient needs.Implements, delivers and delegates patient care by utilizing appropriate interventions and clinical decision making including but not limited to modalities such as heat, cold, light, water, sound, electricity, mobilization and therapeutic exercise.Provides patient and caregiver education regarding treatment, precautions, and equipment useParticipates in patient transition planning and/or patient discharge planning including recommendations to community resources to meet patient needs throughout the continuum of care. Help to coordinate patient care with other care providers such as Rehab Therapists, Nurses, Social Workers, and other community resources as related to care transition planning.Delegates patient care tasks and provide clinical supervision for Physical Therapist students, Rehabilitation Aides and Physical Therapist Assistants.QualificationsBachelors, Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).Open to new graduatesPrevious experience as a Physical Therapist preferredCurrent State of CT Physical Therapy license required or active temporary license at time of hire
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is
your moment .