Physical Therapist (PT) - Acute Care
Company: Hartford HealthCare
Location: Norwich
Posted on: November 18, 2024
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Job Description:
Description Job Schedule: Full Time Standard Hours: 40 Job
Shift: Shift 1 Shift Details: Work where every moment matters.
Every day, almost 20,000 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 Connecticut's most
comprehensive healthcare network. -
For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary
source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We
are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham
counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter
services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality
healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our
communities.
In addition to our 200+ bed hospital, the Backus Health System
includes numerous off-site locations, including several health
centers, Backus Home Health Care and the Backus Outpatient Care
Center, also in Norwich. Backus Health Centers are located in
Montville, Ledyard, Colchester, Norwich, and North Stonington, and
additional labs for blood draws are available throughout the
region.
-Position Description
We're seeking a caring and dedicated Physical Therapist for our
acute care team at Backus Hospital.
The Physical Therapist (PT) administers medically prescribed
Physical Therapy treatments to patients. The Physical Therapist
(PT) independently evaluates patient's 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. -
Responsibilities
- - - - - - - - - Upon Physician referral, the Physical Therapist
(PT) performs thorough examination and evaluation of patient's
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 living
- - - - - - - - - Establishes 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 use
- - - - - - - - - Participates 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 MDs, 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.
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Benefits
As one of the largest rehabilitation providers in the state, we
offer a team-oriented structure, a comprehensive continuing
education program, an excellent benefits package along with Special
Interest Groups that assist with evidence based clinical knowledge,
growth opportunities and support within the organization. -
- - - - - - - - - Flexible scheduling
- - - - - - - - - Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO)
- - - - - - - - - Medical and dental benefits
- - - - - - - - - 401K with excellent company match
- - - - - - - - - Company paid short term and long-term disability
insurance
- - - - - - - - - Continuing education and tuition
reimbursement
- - - - - - - - - Clinical specialty and senior clinician
opportunitiesQualifications
- - - - - - - - - Bachelors, Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical
Therapy from an accredited program by the -(CAPTE).
- - - - - - - - - Open to new graduates
- - - - - - - - - Previous experience as a Physical Therapist in an
acute care setting preferred
- - - - - - - - - Current State of CT Physical Therapy license
required or active temporary license at time of hire
-Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements -
- - - - - - - - - Works efficiently and organizes time
appropriately. Ability to prioritize daily work assignments.
- - - - - - - - - Ability to read and understand oral and written
instructions, and effectively communicate information.
- - - - - - - - - Basic computer skills (including opening/reading
email, text messaging, basic internet use). Proficient skills in
windows-based software (including word processing, database,
spreadsheet and presentation programs). Experience with electronic
medical records preferred.
- - - - - - - - - Working knowledge of State Practice Act and
Federal Medicaid and Medicare regulations.
- - - - - - - - - Excellent interpersonal skills and team
player
- - - - - - - - - Demonstrates competence, including knowledge and
behaviors, to meet age-specific patients' needs
- - - - - - - - - Maintains infection control policies related to
patient care
- - - - - - - - - Ability to exercise independent judgement
- - - - - - - - - Able to adapt to a changing environment
Problem Solving and Decision Making
- - - - - - - - - Ability to effectively communicate and
collaborate with the entire patient care team
- - - - - - - - - Requires the ability to exercise discretion and
use good judgment to perform duties promptly and consistently with
little direction.
- - - - - - - - - Ability to maintain confidentiality at all
times.
- - - - - - - - - Requires high level of analytical ability in
order to gather and interpret information from various sources.
- - - - - - - - - Able to take appropriate actions in response to
changes, circumstances ability concerning the daily activities of
the position.
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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.
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