Physical Therapist (PT, Therapy, Rehab) - Inpatient

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program of Physical Therapy with a minimum of a B.S.
• Must hold a current Connecticut license in Physical Therapy.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients based on departmental standard.
• Conducts and modifies evaluations based on the patient’s symptoms, level of activity, and medical status establishing individualized, appropriate, measurable goals for each patient.
• Treats patients with the appropriate and acceptable therapeutic exercises (strength, endurance, coordination, and ROM).
• Affirms physical agents (modalities) and manual therapeutic technique to relieve pain and/or attain established goals.
• Utilizes effective techniques to assist in normalizing motor activity and learning.
• Educates patients/families in home exercise programs and/or functional activities in order to maximize independent functional activity.
• Determines when a patient has achieved maximal benefit from treatment and recommends discharge if appropriate.
• Documents in accordance to insurance guidelines and adheres to the department’s policies and procedures.
• Sets up and maintains equipment and supplies in the treatment area.
• Seeks and fosters interdepartmental communication and communication with the referring physician regarding patient care as evidenced by observation, and chart review.
• Accurately and consistently fills out and submits charges daily.
• Adheres to the professional code of ethics established by the APTA and the facility at all times as evidenced by observation.
• Performs all duties with proper body mechanics and safety to prevent injuries.
• Supervises at least one affiliated student per year.
• Participates in at least one departmental in-service, or community in-service as evidenced by documentation of educational program.