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*Description*

*ATTENTION PHYSICAL THERAPISTS!!*

*SIGN ON BONUS OF $20,000*

Job Summary:

Responsible for evaluation, planning, directing, and administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. Administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The staff therapist coordinates, delegates, and supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (RCNA, PTA, PTLA, etc.).

The staff therapist participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Provides input in formulating budget, assists in evaluating department performance versus budget controls and takes appropriate action to remain in budget guidelines. Ensures that patient changes are accurate and entered on a timely basis. Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety, and fire safety programs.

1.Responsible for direction of the Physical Therapy Department certified staff, including.

Physical Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapy Aides and Restorative CNAs.

2. Ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect, recommends change to physician as

needed.

3. Ability to perform an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy

requested and provided and reassessments as per policy. This includes neonate, pediatric,

adolescent, geriatric patients and the general patient population.

4. Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in

rehabilitation - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.

5. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and

reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

6. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates

effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate.

7. Demonstrates knowledge of physical therapy modalities.

8. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses

psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.

9. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department

cleanliness and safety.

10. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of

the plan of care.

11. Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and administrative team.

12. Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital

policy is followed.

13. Maintains records pertinent to personnel and operation of the department.

14. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.

15. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other

departments.

16. Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and

performance improvement activities.

17. Documentation meets current standards and policies.

18. Assists with orientation and in-service training for certified department staff members,

participates in guidance and educational programs.

19. Provides evaluation of certified staff including interviewing, hiring, evaluating and

termination

20. Uses the principles of AIDET in every customer encounter

21. Completes other duties as assigned and required.

*REQUIREMENTS”*

* *Current State of Connecticut Physical Therapy Licensure*

* *Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy*

* *3 or more years of previous experience*

* *Current BCLS certification preferable*

Working Conditions:

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Significant occupational risk

Physical Effort:

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Sharon Hospital

Org Unit: 1280

Department: Physical Therapy

Exempt: Yes

Salary Range: $40.43 - $75.10 Hourly

We are an equal opportunity employer

Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.