Physical Therapist II

Job Detail

Job Title :

Physical Therapist II

Department :

83084-Physical Therapy - Storrs

Location : Storrs

Storrs

FTE% : Shift

Shift

Search # : 2024-1305

2024-1305

Closing Date : 07 / 23 / 2024

07 / 23 / 2024

Recruiter : Alexander, Donna

Alexander, Donna

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Excellence, Teamwork, Leadership, and Innovation. These values 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 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 experience in outpatient Orthopedic and Neurologic therapy, and a passion for patient experience.

At UConn Health, this class is accountable for independently performing the full range of tasks in the implementation and development of Physical Therapy programs and will work in Rehab Services located at the Nayden Clinic in Storrs, CT.

This position may require travel to work at the Farmington campus clinic during times of low volume.

THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AS PT1 OR PT2

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

EXERCISED SUPERVISION : 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 agency policies and procedures

Considerable knowledge of community resources

Considerable interpersonal skills, 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.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING :

General Experience :

PHYSICAL THERAPIST 1 :

Must possess and maintain current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of Connecticut

PHYSCAL THERAPIST 2 :

Must possess and maintain current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of Connecticut

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT :

Employees in this class may be required to travel within the State in the course of their daily work.

Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.

This is the only accepted credential.

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.

Employees in this class may be required to travel within the State of CT in the course of their daily work.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Experience in Orthopedic and Neurologic Physical Therapy

Clinical Specialist Certification from the American Physical Therapy Association

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weight (up to 50 pounds) in assisting, repositioning, and restraining patients;

frequent standing, stooping, twisting, and bending; may have exposure to communicable and infectious diseases, to some risk of injury or physical harm, and to moderately disagreeable conditions while providing treatment to patients.

SCHEDULE : Full time, Monday & Wednesday, 8 : 00 to 4 : 30 , Tuesday & Thursday, 9 : 00 to 5 : 30 and Friday 7 : 30 to 4 : 00 , weekends & holidays may be required, may be required to float to the Farmington Campus during periods of low volume, 30-minute unpaid meal break.