Physical Therapist - (PT, Rehab, Therapy, IRU, Inpatient)

Description

Job Schedule: Full Time
Standard Hours: 40
Job Shift: Shift 1
Shift Details:

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Hartford Hospital Inpatient Rehab Unit

Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of our state-of-the-art Inpatient Rehab Unit within Hartford Hospital. All 26 beds are in private inpatient rooms giving our patients access to ongoing acute medical management, 24 hour rehabilitative nursing care and the latest rehab techniques. Our dedication to delivering personalized coordinated care coupled with the healing environment offered by this new unit will shorten length of stay and allow our patients a quicker and healthier return to home.

Position Overview

We're seeking a dedicated and caring Physical Therapist (PT) to be part of an experienced team that brings decades of experience in providing the most innovative care. This position will treat patients with all diagnoses with a focus on stroke, traumatic brain or spinal cord injuries, as well as other neurological conditions. Our Inpatient Rehab Unit features a collaborative interdisciplinary team atmosphere and approach to patient care. This is a great opportunity to work in a special inpatient rehab setting, while still having access to the opportunities and benefits available in a system with a full continuum of rehab care.

The Physical Therapist administers medically prescribed Physical Therapy treatments to patients. Independently evaluates patient's level of function, determines treatment strategies, and delivers and/or delegates Physical Therapy services that identify, prevent, remediate, and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain.

This role encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of patients, and therapeutic application of physical and chemical agents, prescription of exercise and other procedures to maximize the patient's functional independence.

Benefits

As one of the largest rehabilitation providers in the state, HHCRN offers a team-oriented structure, a comprehensive continuing education program, an excellent benefits package along with Special Interest Groups that assist with evidence based clinical knowledge, growth opportunities and support within the organization.

· Flexible scheduling

· Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO)

· Medical and dental benefits

· 401K with excellent company match

· Company paid short term and long-term disability insurance

· Continuing education and tuition reimbursement

· Clinical specialty and senior clinician opportunities

We believe in high standards. These standards allow us to bring out the very best in our clients and our staff.

Qualifications

· Inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred.

· Graduate of Physical Therapy Program from an accredited American Physical Therapy Association school, BS degree or entry level master's degree.

· Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT) required.

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With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.