Outpatient Physical Therapist

Hours: Per Diem

Shift Details: Flexible/Variable

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Department Description

Joining the Physical Rehabilitation Department is an opportunity to be a part of a talented multidisciplinary team. We offer a variety of specialty programs, including aquatic therapy, dry needling, McKenzie Method, vestibular, oncology, lymphedema, and pelvic health to name a few. Our dedicated, experienced clinicians are committed to lifelong learning and professional growth through monthly department education and frequent onsite course hosting. We believe in the power of peer mentorship as a way to share knowledge and promote excellence in patient care. Our beautiful facilities offer private treatment rooms and state of the art equipment. We provide one on one direct patient care with licensed clinicians.

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. Provides a written home exercise program and places a copy in the patient chart.

• Maintains adequate caseload, adhering to departmental productivity standards.

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

• Participates in new program development, physician marketing and education of M.D's in the community about Rehab Services.

• Communicate 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

On-Site: Middletown, CT

Benefits of Working at Middlesex Health

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