Physical Therapist I - II - Ortho

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Excellence, Teamwork, Leadership, and Innovation. These are the values that define UConn Health. We are looking for team members that share these same values. Our top-rated organization is looking to add a Physical Therapist to our growing rehab services team. If you have a background in this field, we want to hear from you.

UConn Health is looking for a highly skilled Physical Therapist with a strong understanding of outpatient orthopedics, sports medicine, and functional rehab programs. At UConn Health, in the Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Unit of Rehabilitation Services, this position is accountable for independently performing the full range of tasks in the assessment development and implementation of physical therapy treatment programs. This position will work in Rehab Services located in Farmington, CT.

THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AS PT 1 OR PT 2.

SUPERVISON RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a staff member of higher rank.

SUPERVISON EXERCISED: May lead/supervise staff of lower rank or other staff as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Reviews patient's medical history and any referrals or notes from doctors or surgeons.
Develops and implements physical therapy treatment programs for physically disabled adults, pediatrics, psychiatry, and substance abuse patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Serves as consultant or clinical advisor to other staff.
Outlines patient's goals and the expected outcome of the plan.
Provides care using standard physical therapy therapeutic interventions such as mobilization and exercise to help them increase their mobility, prevent further pain or injury, and facilitate health and wellness.
Recommends program changes to caregivers as appropriate.
Participates in the department's education program by implementing clinical learning experiences and supervising physical therapy students.
Maintains records and schedules.
Participates in assigned clinics, rounds, and patient conferences.
Develops and implements clinical learning experiences for residents and students.
Attend and participate in departmental meetings, contributes to the department and profession through organizational activities, education, research, and/or publications.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Supports quality assurance activities.
Participates In research projects as needed.
Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of physical therapy
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, neurology, neuroanatomy, general and abnormal psychology, group dynamics, human development, pharmacology
Considerable knowledge of relevant policies and procedures
Considerable knowledge of community resources
Skills in the use of proper body mechanics and lifting techniques when assisting patients.
Considerable interpersonal skills
Considerable oral and written communication skills
Ability to instruct others in principles and practices of physical therapy.
Ability to gain confidence, interest, and cooperation of physically, mentally, and/or developmentally disabled clients.
Considerable ability to plan and implement a comprehensive physical therapy program.
Ability to be flexible and adapt plans of care to meet the needs of each patient.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

General Experience:

PHYSICAL THERAPIST 1:

Must possess and maintain current license as a Physical Therapist is the State of CT.

PHYSCAL THERAPIST 2:

Must possess and maintain current license as a Physical Therapist is the State of CT.
Two (2) years' experience as a Physical Therapist

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

American Heart Association (AHA) BLS (CPR/AED) Certification or formal training

Other CPR/AED credentials may be accepted at hire, but incumbents will be required to obtain American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six (6) months of hire and maintain during employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Possess Masters or Doctor of Physical Therapy with 5 years' experience focusing on Ortho, including spine clients.
Orthopedic clinical specialist certification (OCS) and/or Fellow American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Therapist (FAAOMPT).

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some risk of injury or physical harm, and to moderately disagreeable conditions while providing treatment to patients.

May be required to travel within the State in the course of daily work.

SCHEDULE: Full time, 40 hours per week, Monday - Thursday, 8-hour shifts between 7:30 am and 7:00 pm, Friday, 7:30 am and 4:30 pm, two (2) evenings are required, minor holidays as assigned, 30-minute unpaid meal break.

Why UConn Health

UConn Health is a vibrant, integrated academic medical center that is entering an era of unprecedented growth in all three areas of its mission: academics, research, and clinical care. A commitment to human health and well-being has been of utmost importance to UConn Health since the founding of the University of Connecticut schools of Medicine and Dental Medicine in 1961. Based on a strong foundation of groundbreaking research, first-rate education, and quality clinical care, we have expanded our medical missions over the decades. In just over 50 years, UConn Health has evolved to encompass more research endeavors, to provide more ways to access our superior care, and to innovate both practical medicine and our methods of educating the practitioners of tomorrow.

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