Physical Therapist (Per Diem) - Acute Care Hartford Hospital
Position Description
Per Diem; flexible weekend requirements, weekdays a plus. Physical Therapist (PT) independently evaluates, determines treatment strategies, delivers and/or delegates services that identify, prevent, remediate, and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain, with emphasis on physical dysfunction. This role encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of patients, and therapeutic application of physical and chemical agents, exercise and other procedures to maximize the patient's functional independence. Evaluation involves strength, motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain, balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function, endurance, gait and functional abilities in activities of daily living.
Benefits
We offer a team-oriented structure, a comprehensive continuing education program, an excellent benefits package and opportunities for growth throughout our network. In addition we have Special Interest Groups that assist with evidence based clinical knowledge to advance your skills!
Pay
Extensive paid time off (PTO) plus holidays Flexible scheduling & competitive pay Medical and dental benefits 401K with company match
Schedule
Company paid short term and long term disability
Qualifications
- PT / acute care experience highly preferred.
- Graduate of Physical Therapy Program from an accredited American Physical Therapy Association school, BS degree or entry level master's degree.
- Active CT PT license.