Physical Therapist

Join Our Dynamic Care Team at Wadsworth Glen Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Middletown, Connecticut!

As a Physical Therapist at Wadsworth Glen Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, you will provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment and consultation to a general rehab caseload while also participating in the clinical team process. You will also provide teaching and training to caregiver staff and supervise other therapists, assistants, aides and students as required.

Weekly pay. Schedule is Monday-Friday. Full-time, part-time, and per diem openings.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor of Science Degree, Master of Science or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

• Appropriate licensing requirements by individual states must be maintained

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Screens patients/residents

• Evaluates patients/residents and develops appropriate care plans

• Provides direct resident treatment in accordance with an established plan of care

• Contributes to the team meeting and decision-making process as defined by the program

• Consults with and trains patients, residents and caregivers

• Monitors efficiencies on an ongoing basis in collaboration with supervisor

• Documents activities according to the company's clinical documentation system on a timely basis

• Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations

• Communicates effectively with patients, residents, team members, and customers

Specific Requirements:

• Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong organizational and analytical skills

• Ability to perform documentation needs, manipulations of equipment and direct patient care

• Requires intense attention and concentration

• Ability to cope with periodic stress associated with changing census and staffing demands

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage time effectively for self and others

• Ability to deal with a wide range of personality types, ages, and diverse cultural backgrounds

• Ability to articulate and comprehend the English language

• Standing and walking for significant amounts of time is necessary

Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay

• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees

• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer Paid Life Insurance

• 401(k) with Employer Match

• Vacation and Personal Time

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Our facility follows federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.