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- Educates patients/families in home exercise programs and/or functional activities in order to maximize independent functional activity.
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- Documents in accordance to insurance guidelines and adheres to the department's policies and procedures.
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- Accurately and consistently fills out and submits charges daily.
- Adheres to the professional code of ethics established by the APTA and the facility at all times as evidenced by observation.
- Performs all duties with proper body mechanics and safety to prevent injuries.
- Supervises at least one affiliated student per year
- Attends a continuing education course to further/improve treatment techniques.
- Participates in at least one departmental in-service, or community in-service as evidenced by documentation of educational program.
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Physical Therapist, Inpatient - Manchester, United States - Eastern Connecticut Health Network
Description
NEW HIRE SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE POSITION - $10KIncrease your chances of reaching the interview stage by reading the complete job description and applying promptly.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides treatments for patients by evaluating the function and selecting and applying appropriate treatments to improve or restore function. Participates in an interdisciplinary approach for in-servicing and community education and in the clinical education of affiliating students. Potentially may be responsible for cross-site coverage.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
Graduate of an accredited program of Physical Therapy with a minimum of a B.S.
Must hold or a current Connecticut license in Physical Therapy.
COMPETENCIES:
This position requires an individual with strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
Must have personal computer skills and be proficient in the use of Windows based programs needed for department functions.
Basic keyboarding and skill is desirable, but not required, in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and in search capabilities on the internet.
Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites; and travel is required in order to perform essential duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Disclaimer:
Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.
They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.Job-Specific Competency
Location:
Eastern Connecticut Health Network Rehab Physical Therapy, Inpatient, MMH
Schedule:
Full-time, Day, 37.5