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

Responsibilities

• 1.
• Clinical 1.1 Able to interpret physician referrals to perform basic clinical evaluations.
• 2.
• Educational 2.1 Attends department in-services.
• 3.
• Administration 3.1 Complies with Hospital and Department Policies and Procedures.
• 4.
• Clinical Supervision 4.1 Participates in regular meetings with supervisor and/or team leader and reports pertinent information on a timely basis.
• 5.
• Human Relations Skills 5.1 Demonstrates respect and regard for dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsive and courteous hospital environment.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION Graduate of a CAPTE accredited program in Physical Therapy.
• EXPERIENCE No experience required, but one (1) to two (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 LICENSURE Must maintain a current unrestricted license or temporary permit to practice as a Physical Therapist in CT SPECIAL SKILLS The individual 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 individual should also be willing and able to assume increased responsibilities as required.