What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Physiotherapist position at Day Kimball Healthcare?
Day Kimball Health is hiring a part-time (32-hour) Physical Therapist to join our Homecare Department in Thompson, CT.
Benefits Summary:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Holidays
- Education Reimbursement
- Shift Differential
- Pay for Performance
Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the HomeCare Rehabilitation Supervisor, organizes and administers prescribed physical therapy programs to reduce and/or prevent disability and to assist patients in achieving maximum functional potential.
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.
- Tests and measures patient's strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and records 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.
- 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.
- Includes participation in hospital orientation and departmental and community inservice education and programs as directed.
- Assists with the planning and implementation of new programs.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Degree and graduate from an accredited school of physical therapy required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Uses common sense and special medical skills to care for the sick or handicapped.
- 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.
About Day Kimball Health:
For nearly 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and compassionate care close to home.
As a non-profit, integrated healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families.
From primary care to orthopedic and cardiac care, and hospice services, we are here for our community at every stage of life.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws.
Smoke-Free Environment:
Day Kimball Health is a smoke-free environment.
