Physical Therapist

We are hiring a full-time Physical Therapist to join our dynamic care team at Cape Heritage Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Sandwich!

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

At Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take pride in their dedication. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our residents and their families, and we aim to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured, allowing you to grow within the company.

As a Physical Therapist, you will provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment, and consultation to a general rehab caseload, while participating in the clinical team process. You will also teach and train caregiver staff and supervise other therapists, assistants, aides, and students as required.

• Bachelor of Science Degree, Master of Science, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.
• Appropriate licensing requirements, or in the process of obtaining one.

• Screen patients/residents.
• Evaluate patients/residents and develop appropriate care plans.
• Perform administrative duties such as assigning and overseeing resident care activities, medical record oversight, ensuring physician orders are followed, and ordering supplies.
• Provide direct resident treatment under a physician’s order, including individual, supervised, and group sessions.
• Contribute to team meetings and decision-making processes.
• Consult with and train patients, residents, and caregivers.
• Monitor efficiencies collaboratively with supervisors.
• Document activities promptly using the company’s clinical documentation system.
• Apply Medicare and other reimbursement regulations consistently.
• Communicate effectively with patients, residents, team members, and supervisors.
• Offer clinical consultation to the facility.
• Participate in clinical program development and implementation.
• Train and orient staff, students, and volunteers.
• Participate in staff interviews, census building, marketing activities, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure service and operational excellence to deliver quality outcomes.
• Protect residents’ health information in accordance with privacy policies.
• Show courtesy, compassion, and respect to all individuals.

• Ability to work effectively in multifaceted systems and interact with all staff levels and customers.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Capability to perform documentation, equipment manipulation, and direct patient care.
• High attention to detail and concentration.
• Ability to handle periodic stress related to census and staffing changes.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work with diverse personalities, ages, and cultures.
• Proficiency in English language comprehension and articulation.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

About Athena Health Care Systems:

Athena Health Care Systems, based in Connecticut, has been delivering exceptional healthcare since 1984. Operating nursing homes across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena is recognized as a leading provider of skilled nursing centers in Southern New England. We are dedicated to enhancing residents’ quality of life and providing a supportive, fulfilling work environment for our employees.

Join our team committed to delivering exceptional care to our residents.

Athena’s Benefits include:

• Competitive weekly pay and holiday pay
• Overtime pay for hourly employees
• Career advancement opportunities
• Exclusive employer discount program

Eligible team members can access:

• Employer-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Vacation and personal time
• Health, dental, and vision insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our vaccination policy requires all new staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless an exemption is approved, in accordance with applicable laws.