Physical Therapist (PT) Job, Part-Time (32 hours) Days, Outpatient Putnam, CT

Physical Therapist

Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Physical Therapist for the Outpatient Physical Medicine Department, Part Time (32 hours per week), Day Shift Job in Putnam, CT! Offering a $12,000 sign-on bonus!

Job Description

• Organize and administer prescribed physical therapy programs in an effort to reduce and/or prevent disability to help patients achieve their maximum functional potential.
• Evaluate and treat patients as prescribed by referring physician.
• Record treatment, response, progress, and discharge information in patient's chart or enter information into the computer.
• Educate patient, family, and significant others regarding condition, treatment, and home program.
• Routinely confer with physician and other practitioners in person, by phone, or in writing regarding progress, regression, or change of plan.
• Orient, instruct, and direct assistants, aides, and students.
• Maintain professional growth by attending department meetings, in-service and educational conferences. Includes participation in hospital orientation and departmental and community in-service education and programs as directed.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of new programs.

Requirements

• BS, MS, or DPT degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy required.
• Licensure by the state of Connecticut required.
• Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent within 3 months of hire required.
• Minimum of one-year clinical experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to review physicians' referral, patients' condition, and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment required.
• Demonstrate skills to perform tests and measure patients' strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, along with respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
• Plan and prepare written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data with realistic, objective long and short-term goals and time frames.
• Record treatment, response, progress, and discharge information in patients' chart or enter information into the computer in measurable and objective terms as dictated by department policy.
• Knowledge to administer individualized programs of physical therapy as determined by the physicians' order and the initial evaluation. This will include therapeutic exercise, moist heat, traction, manual therapy, cold, gait training, hydrotherapy, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Pharmacy Plan
• Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account
• Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
• 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution
• Vacation Time
• Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• Education Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Clinical Ladder Program
• Shift Differential
• Pay for Performance
• Additional Benefits

Community Overview

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. Our team of over 1,100 dedicated employees includes nearly 300 skilled physicians, surgeons, and specialists who work together to provide a comprehensive range of services through Day Kimball Hospital and Day Kimball Medical Group centers. From primary care to orthopedic and cardiac care, and hospice services, we are here for our community at every stage of life. At Day Kimball, we are passionate about both our patients and our employees. We are growing our talented team every day and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a difference. Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be a part of an organization that values both personal and professional growth.