Physical Therapist- Inpatient Acute Rehab

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values—integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion—must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in a variety of inpatient and/or outpatient areas as assigned. Performs other clinical, teaching and administrative duties as may be required.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• Clinical
  • Able to interpret physician referrals to perform basic clinical evaluations.
• Educational
  • Attends department in‑services.
• Administration
  • Complies with Hospital and Department Policies and Procedures.
• Clinical Supervision
  • Participates in regular meetings with supervisor and/or team leader and reports pertinent information on a timely basis.
• Human Relations Skills
  • Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsive and courteous hospital environment.

Education
Graduate of a CAPTE accredited program in Physical Therapy.

Experience
No experience required, but 1 to 2 experience in an academic medical center based practice preferred. Experience working with children and/or adults depending on the assigned setting. Clinical experience with a variety of diagnoses to include post-surgical, developmental, neurological, genetic, oncologic and traumatic.

License
Must maintain a current unrestricted license or temporary permit to practice as a Physical Therapist in CT.

Special Skills
The candidate should demonstrate knowledge in physical therapy theory, evaluations, and treatment techniques to be applied to a diverse patient population of varying ages. Observation skills, communication skills (both verbal and written), and an ability to work with patients, families and other providers in a synergistic manner are essential. The candidate should also be willing and able to assume increased responsibilities as required.

Demonstrates a high level of independence and leadership in assigned clinical area. Communication and interpersonal skills must be at a level to effectively work with a broadly diverse patient population and workforce.

Physical Demand
Requires exposure to blood and body fluids, hazardous materials and communicable diseases; long periods of standing and walking; lifting and positioning of patients.

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