Physical Therapist, Homecare at ECHN summary :
The Physical Therapist at Visiting Nurse & Health Services of CT provides in-home therapy services to patients based on physician orders, ensuring quality care according to established agency guidelines. The role requires a Bachelor of Science in physical therapy and a current license to practice in Connecticut, with a preference for candidates who have home health care experience. Benefits include a sign-on bonus, flexible schedules, paid vacation, and tuition reimbursement for continued education.
$15,000 SIGN ON BONUS!
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Education : Bachelor of Science Degree in physical therapy from an APTA approved program.
Experience : One year of acute care experience. Additional experience in home health care preferred.
Certificate / License : Possession of a current license to practice as a physical therapist in the State of Connecticut.
General Summary of Duties : The provision of physical therapy to patients in their homes under written orders from qualified physicians according to established Agency policies and procedures.
Typical Physical Demands : Requires full range of body motion. Requires ability to perform heavy work. Requires balance skills. Requires ability to ascend / descend stairs. Requires ability to perform floor-to-stand transfers. Requires ability to kneel and sit for extended periods. Requires ability to lift, transfer, and perform gait training on all surfaces with patients. Requires ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions. Requires limited exposure to communicable diseases.
Typical Work Conditions : Work is performed in patients’ homes and in an office environment.
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