Physical Therapist Day shift, HomeCare, Thompson, CT

Position: Physical Therapist, 32 hours, Day shift, HomeCare, Thompson, CT

Position: Physical Therapist, 32 hours, Day shift, Home Care, Thompson, CT

Location: Thompson, CT

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D ay Kimball Health is hiring for a part time Physical Therapist to join our Home Care Department in Thompson, CT!

Location: Thompson, CT

Schedule: 8:00 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m.

Hours: 32 hours per week

Physical Therapist Benefits Summary

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Pharmacy Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – With eligible employer contribution
• Life Insurance – Basic and supplemental coverage options
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off – Including vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Educational Reimbursement
• Pay-for-Performance Opportunities
• Shift Differentials – Additional pay for evening, night, or weekend shifts (where applicable)
• Career Pathways – Opportunities for internal growth, leadership development, and mentorship
• Employee Perks – Recognition programs, Employee Wellness Initiatives, Food Truck Fridays, and Employee Appreciation Events

Physical Therapist

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Home Care Rehabilitation Supervisor, organizes and administers prescribed physical therapy programs in an effort to reduce and/or prevent disability and to assist patients in achieving maximum functional potential. You will also discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and mutual respect, and—most importantly—a fulfilling career.

Physical Therapist

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients as prescribed by referring physician. Reviews physician's referral and patient's condition and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment required.
• Records treatment, response, progress and discharge information in patient’s electronic chart using portable electronic device. Tests and measures patient’s strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and record findings to develop/revise treatment program.
• Plans and prepares written treatment plan based on evaluation of patient data with realistic, objective, long and short-term goals and time frame.
• Educates patient, family and significant others regarding condition, treatment and home program.
• Routinely confers with physician and other practitioners in person, by phone, or in writing, regarding progress, regression or change of plan.
• Orients, instructs, and directs assistants, aides and students.
• Maintains professional growth by attendance of department meetings, inservice and educational conferences. Includes participation in hospital orientation and departmental and community inservice education and programs as directed.
• Assists with the planning and implementation of new programs.

Physical Therapist

Education and Experience Requirements

• B.S. Degree and graduate from an accredited school of physical therapy required.
• Connecticut license or Connecticut license eligible required.
• CPR Certification required.
• Minimum of one year experience preferred.
• Valid Connecticut Driver’s License and proof of current insurance coverage required.

Physical Therapist Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Uses common sense and special medical skills to care for the sick or handicapped.
• Understands technical information from supervisors, charts, reference books, manuals and labels.
• Ability to use Portable Electronic Device to record/maintain patient information pertaining to Plan of Care.
• Works fast and accurately in an emergency.
• Identifies and acts on priorities for smooth departmental operations.
• Maintains discretion in handling confidential nature of information available.
• Keeps up to date on trends and developments in the field of physical medicine and health services.

Why Choose Day Kimball Health?

The Care You Need. Close to Home.

For 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been a trusted community hospital and healthcare provider in Northeastern Connecticut, known for delivering compassionate, high-quality care close to home. As a non-profit, integrated healthcare system, we proudly offer a full continuum of services—from primary care and specialty care to homecare and…