Licensed Physical Therapist, Per Diem
Apple Rehab · Meriden, CT · 2 days ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Job Title
Position Summary
Position Responsibilities
Physical Requirements
Required Qualifications
Apple Rehab Coccomo is a 100-bed skilled nursing community located in Meriden, CT. It offers excellent care and a familial environment with experienced staff.
- Easily accessible via routes 91, 691, and 15
- Staff with many decades of experience
- Competitive salary and benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, life insurance, and paid time off
- 401(k) offered
- Best-in-class provider of short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing services
Job Description/Qualifications
Position Summary
The Physical Therapist provides medical services to help individuals recover or improve their function after injury or illness. They must evaluate patients, devise treatment plans, and administer therapies to enhance mobility and quality of life.
Position Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing treatment plans based on evaluations
- Administering exercises and treatments to improve function
- Instructing patients on performing various activities
- Using physical agents like hydrotherapy and massage
- Evaluating treatment outcomes and adjusting plans
- Communicating with physicians and other healthcare providers
- Orienting and supervising assistants and aides
- Adhering to HIPAA regulations
- Punctuality and dependability for assigned shifts
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Standing for extended periods
- Fine motor skills and visual acuity required
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited PT program
- Current PT license in good standing with the state licensing board
- New graduates welcome