Outpatient -Physical Therapist (Up to $25K sign-on available)

Physical Therapist

Up to $25,000 sign-on bonus available for candidates with >1 year of experience

HSS Rehabilitation provided by Stamford Health is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist to join our Outpatient Rehab team. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) joined to form a groundbreaking collaboration and we are actively seeking candidates to broaden our team of clinical experts. Our current locations include clinics in Stamford, Greenwich, New Canaan, Norwalk, Wilton, and Westport and there are opportunities throughout the region. We treat a wide range of diagnoses and qualified candidates should have experience in non-operative and post-operative patient management. Strong communication skills, leadership, commitment to lifelong learning, and the flexibility to work in a collaborative environment are skills needed for success. Connecticut licensure is a requirement. Advanced certifications are preferred. New grads are encouraged to apply and strong mentorship is available!

As a new Certified Great Place to Work organization, Stamford Health understands what it takes to attract talent in order to improve our workforce and support our mission, to that end we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Sign on bonuses for designated positions
• Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans available day one
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off accruals
• Tax deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-site parking and train station shuttle
• Childcare partnership with Children's Learning Center

Responsibilities

1. Evaluation Obtains pertinent medical and social history. Performs thorough and accurate evaluations using techniques according to current professional and health system standards to objectively measure physical and functional status. Determines functional and measurable short and long term goals and designs an appropriate treatment program. Considers discharge options at time of initial evaluation
2. Treatment Performs treatment as outlined in the initial evaluation. Modifies treatment as necessary, updates goals and re-evaluates discharge plans throughout the course of treatment according to current professional and health system standards. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of treatment techniques and applies appropriately. Treatment should include patient and family education and communication/interaction with appropriate team members.
3. Productivity - Productivity requirements and goals will be set forth by the department each fiscal year.
4. Documentation Clinical documentation is timely, objective and complete. Administrative documentation including but not limited to billing and outcome measures is accurate and timely.
5. Communication- Interacts with members of the inter-disciplinary staff pertaining to the welfare and management of assigned patients in a professional manner. Communicates with patients and family in respectful, professional & compassionate manner.
6. Education Assumes personal responsibility for continuing education and professional development. Provides education to therapy staff, system employees and community. Maintains up to date with clinical research findings and best clinical practices to practice evidence-based care. Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
7. Supervision Supervises the patient care activities of assistants, aides and volunteers. Delegates routine care to supportive personnel as appropriate. May supervise students following a minimum of 2 years of employment/experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited curriculum with a minimum of a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. (For individuals who completed appropriate Physical Therapy education prior to 2015, with a valid Physical Therapy license in the state of practice or proof of license eligibility, a Bachelor's degree or greater in Physical Therapy will be accepted in lieu of the Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree.)
• Must be licensed by the Connecticut Department of Public Health.
• New graduate may be considered.
• BLS certification required

About Us

Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system's 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.

Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an "A" for patient safety. The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified Great Place to Work.

Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center's nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020 Stamford Health's Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center.

Dedicated to being the community's most trusted health care partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships.