Physical Therapist (PT) - Inpatient Rehab Therapy

Location: 71 Haynes Street (10627). Work where every moment matters at Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. The Greater Manchester Region includes Manchester Memorial Hospital (249-bed), Rockville General (102-bed campus of Manchester Memorial), a large multispecialty provider group, and visiting nurse services, serving 300,000 people across 19 towns.

About the role

Provides treatment to patients by evaluating function and selecting and applying appropriate treatments to improve or restore function. Participates in an interdisciplinary approach for in-servicing, community education, and clinical education of affiliating students. May be responsible for cross-site coverage.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with a minimum of a B.S.
• Current Connecticut license in Physical Therapy.
• Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Windows-based programs for department functions.
• Basic keyboarding skills; familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and internet search capabilities is desirable.
• Access to reliable transportation for travel between multiple work sites.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients based on departmental standards, modifying assessments according to symptoms, activity level, and medical status to establish individualized, measurable goals.
• Administers therapeutic exercises (strength, endurance, coordination, range of motion) and physical agents (modalities) to relieve pain or achieve treatment goals.
• Uses techniques to normalize motor activity and learning.
• Educates patients and families on home exercise programs or functional activities to maximize independent function.
• Determines when a patient has achieved maximal benefit and recommends discharge if appropriate.
• Documents treatment in accordance with insurance guidelines and department policies.
• Fosters communication with referring physicians and interdepartmental teams regarding patient care.
• Accurately submits charges daily.
• Adheres to the APTA professional code of ethics and facility safety standards.
• Performs duties using proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
• Supervises at least one affiliated student per year.
• Attends continuing education courses to improve treatment techniques.
• Participates in at least one departmental or community in-service annually.

Benefits

Hartford HealthCare offers competitive benefits designed to ensure work/life balance, with opportunities for career development and growth across multiple locations.