Physical Therapist; Outpatient Weekdays

Physical Therapist (Outpatient) - Full-Time (Weekdays)

Summary: Provide quality physical therapy evaluation, treatment and documentation for all rehabilitation clients. Function as an effective interdisciplinary team member and demonstrate excellent customer relations.

Reports To:

Rehabilitation Clinical and Administrative Supervisors. Titles Supervised:
Physical Therapist Assistants, Rehab Aides. Hours Per Week: 37.5 hours Weekdays.

• Provide Physical Therapy services in a professional manner in accordance with approved methods of practice adhering to the guidelines of the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Evaluation, assessment and treatment related to dysfunction as a result of injury, surgery or acute/chronic disease.
• Instruct other healthcare professionals/family members on strategies and specific procedures to assist patients in achieving maximal function and safety.
• Promote effective interpersonal and interdisciplinary relationships while maintaining professional conduct at all times.
• Exhibit timely, efficient, satisfactory completion of assignments and documentation with minimal or no assistance.
• Maintain a high level of flexibility in scheduling to accommodate changes.
• Accurately record daily billable treatment times according to the rehabilitation department procedures.
• Participate in departmental and facility in-services.
• Successful completion of Core Competencies.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education:
  
  BS Physical Therapy from an accredited university.
• Experience:
  
  1 year experience in a long term or acute care setting.
• Licensure: CT license; certified by the national board of certification in Physical Therapy; valid driver’s license.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: The staff Physical Therapist evaluates a patient’s level of function and develops and administers appropriate therapeutic plans. Responsibilities include documentation in accordance with American Physical Therapy Association and Mozaic Senior Life policies and procedures, as well as participation in program development, continuing education, departmental staff meetings, and quality improvement programs.

Salary: $41.50 - $49.80 per hour