Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist at Middlesex Health summary:
The Outpatient Physical Therapist provides therapeutic services to patients under medical prescription, developing and updating individualized care plans to meet physical and psychological needs. They oversee patient goals, administer treatments, communicate with medical staff, and ensure high standards of clinical documentation and productivity. The role requires licensure, clinical experience, and participation in continuing education within a healthcare setting focused on rehabilitation.
Position Highlights

• Department:
Physical Rehab - Outpatient

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Hours:

Per Diem

Position Summary:

The Outpatient Physical Therapist administers Physical Therapy services under medical prescription in accordance with Hospital regulation, State of Connecticut Practice Act and quality standards. Responsible for clinical oversight of PTA
Key duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops a plan of care for each patient with the patient's input and agreement, which includes safety, educational, psychological and developmental needs of the patient.

• Interprets and assesses data about the patient as evidenced by appropriate goal setting and revision of goals throughout the plan care while explaining treatment goals, plans, techniques and outcomes to patient and or family.

• Displays expertise in recommending various therapeutic procedures and modalities.

• Complies with professional and departmental documentation standards.

• Addresses a home exercise program with each patient

• Maintains an adequate caseload, adhering to departmental productivity standards.

• Attends continuing education seminars as required by licensure and schedules and presents an educational program, including tests, to Rehab staff or other medical professionals.

• Communicates regularly with Rehabilitation Supervisor, other team members and referring physicians for patient care.

• All other job related duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Physical Therapy

• Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice in the State of Connecticut
Preferred

Skills:

• Experience with electronic medical charting

• 3-5 years clinical experience

• Flexibility with scheduling
Benefits of Working at Middlesex Health
When you choose Middlesex Health, you have chosen a health care system that strives for excellence in patient care as well as employee satisfaction. In fact, we firmly believe they go hand-in-hand. Middlesex Health offers competitive salaries and a wide array of additional benefits.
About Middlesex Health
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Keywords:
physical therapist, outpatient rehabilitation, patient care plan, therapeutic procedures, clinical oversight, physical therapy licensure, rehabilitation services, patient assessment, healthcare, medical documentation