Work where every moment matters Every day almost Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkFor more than years Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communitiesIn addition to our bed hospital the Backus Health System includes numerous off site locations including several health centers Backus Home Health Care and the Backus Outpatient Care Center also in Norwich Backus Health Centers are located in Montville Ledyard Colchester Norwich and North Stonington and additional labs for blood draws are available throughout the regionPosition DescriptionWere seeking a caring and dedicated Physical Therapist for our acute care team at Backus HospitalThe Physical Therapist PT administers medically prescribed Physical Therapy treatments to patients The Physical Therapist PT independently evaluates patientrsquos level of function determines treatment strategies and delivers andor 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 patients functional independence Responsibilitiesmiddot Upon Physician referral the Physical Therapist PT performs thorough examination and evaluation of patientrsquos level of function including evaluations for strength movement motor control joint mobility soft tissue integrity pain balance coordination posture cardiopulmonary function by assessing and monitoring vitals endurance gait and functional abilities in activities of daily livingmiddot Establishes measurable goals with the patientfamily based on appropriate patient care protocols and critical paths in order to meet patient needsmiddot Implements delivers and delegates patient care by utilizing appropriate interventions and clinical decision making including but not limited to modalities such as heat cold light water sound electricity mobilization and therapeutic exercisemiddot Provides patient and caregiver education regarding treatment precautions and equipment usemiddot Participates in patient transition planning andor patient discharge planning including recommendations to community resources to meet patient needs throughout the continuum of care Help to coordinate patient care with other care providers such as MDs Rehab Therapists Nurses Social Workers and other community resources as related to care transition planning middot Delegates patient care tasks and provide clinical supervision for Physical Therapist students Rehabilitation Aides and Physical Therapist AssistantsBenefitsAs one of the largest rehabilitation providers in the state we offer 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 middot Flexible schedulingmiddot Extensive Paid Time Off PTO middot Medical and dental benefitsmiddot K with excellent company matchmiddot Company paid short term and long term disability insurancemiddot Continuing education and tuition reimbursementmiddot Clinical specialty and senior clinician opportunitiesWork where every moment matters Every day almost Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkFor more than years Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communitiesIn addition to our bed hospital the Backus Health System includes numerous off site locations including several health centers Backus Home Health Care and the Backus Outpatient Care Center also in Norwich Backus Health Centers are located in Montville Ledyard Colchester Norwich and North Stonington and additional labs for blood draws are available throughout the regionPosition DescriptionWere seeking a caring and dedicated Physical Therapist for our acute care team at Backus HospitalThe Physical Therapist PT administers medically prescribed Physical Therapy treatments to patients The Physical Therapist PT independently evaluates patientrsquos level of function determines treatment strategies and delivers andor 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 patients functional independence Responsibilitiesmiddot Upon Physician referral the Physical Therapist PT performs thorough examination and evaluation of patientrsquos level of function including evaluations for strength movement motor control joint mobility soft tissue integrity pain balance coordination posture cardiopulmonary function by assessing and monitoring vitals endurance gait and functional abilities in activities of daily livingmiddot Establishes measurable goals with the patientfamily based on appropriate patient care protocols and critical paths in order to meet patient needsmiddot Implements delivers and delegates patient care by utilizing appropriate interventions and clinical decision making including but not limited to modalities such as heat cold light water sound electricity mobilization and therapeutic exercisemiddot Provides patient and caregiver education regarding treatment precautions and equipment usemiddot Participates in patient transition planning andor patient discharge planning including recommendations to community resources to meet patient needs throughout the continuum of care Help to coordinate patient care with other care providers such as MDs Rehab Therapists Nurses Social Workers and other community resources as related to care transition planning middot Delegates patient care tasks and provide clinical supervision for Physical Therapist students Rehabilitation Aides and Physical Therapist AssistantsBenefitsAs one of the largest rehabilitation providers in the state we offer 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 middot Flexible schedulingmiddot Extensive Paid Time Off PTO middot Medical and dental benefitsmiddot K with excellent company matchmiddot Company paid short term and long term disability insurancemiddot Continuing education and tuition reimbursementmiddot Clinical specialty and senior clinician opportunitiesmiddot Bachelors Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy EducationCAPTE middot Open to new graduatesmiddot Previous experience as a Physical Therapist in an acute care setting preferredmiddot Current State of CT Physical Therapy license required or active temporary license at time of hireKnowledge Skills and Ability Requirements middot Works efficiently and organizes time appropriately Ability to prioritize daily work assignmentsmiddot Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate informationmiddot Basic computer skills including openingreading email text messaging basic internet use Proficient skills in windows based software including word processing database spreadsheet and presentation programs Experience with electronic medical records preferredmiddot Working knowledge of State Practice Act and Federal Medicaid and Medicare regulationsmiddot Excellent interpersonal skills and team playermiddot Demonstrates competence including knowledge and behaviors to meet age specific patientsrsquo needs middot Maintains infection control policies related to patient caremiddot Ability to exercise independent judgementmiddot Able to adapt to a changing environmentProblem Solving and Decision Makingmiddot Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with the entire patient care teammiddot Requires the ability to exercise discretion and use good judgment to perform duties promptly and consistently with little directionmiddot Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times middot Requires high level of analytical ability in order to gather and interpret information from various sources middot Able to take appropriate actions in response to changes circumstances ability concerning the daily activities of the position We take great care of careersWith 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 ndash 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 worklife balance Every moment matters And this is your momentmiddot Bachelors Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy EducationCAPTE middot Open to new graduatesmiddot Previous experience as a Physical Therapist in an acute care setting preferredmiddot Current State of CT Physical Therapy license required or active temporary license at time of hireKnowledge Skills and Ability Requirements middot Works efficiently and organizes time appropriately Ability to prioritize daily work assignmentsmiddot Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate informationmiddot Basic computer skills including openingreading email text messaging basic internet use Proficient skills in windows based software including word processing database spreadsheet and presentation programs Experience with electronic medical records preferredmiddot Working knowledge of State Practice Act and Federal Medicaid and Medicare regulationsmiddot Excellent interpersonal skills and team playermiddot Demonstrates competence including knowledge and behaviors to meet age specific patientsrsquo needs middot Maintains infection control policies related to patient caremiddot Ability to exercise independent judgementmiddot Able to adapt to a changing environmentProblem Solving and Decision Makingmiddot Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with the entire patient care teammiddot Requires the ability to exercise discretion and use good judgment to perform duties promptly and consistently with little directionmiddot Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times middot Requires high level of analytical ability in order to gather and interpret information from various sources middot Able to take appropriate actions in response to changes circumstances ability concerning the daily activities of the position We take great care of careersWith 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 ndash 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 worklife balance Every moment matters And this is your moment