Physical Therapist- Outpatient ($15K sign-on available)

Company: Stamford Health
Location: Stamford
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

$15,000 sign-on bonus available for candidates with > 1 year of experienceHSS 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 salarySign on bonuses for designated positionsComprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans available day oneWellness programsPaid Time Off accrualsTax deferred annuity and (403b) pension planTuition reimbursementFree on-site parking and train station shuttleChildcare partnership with Childrens Learning CenterEvaluation 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 evaluationTreatment 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.Productivity - Productivity requirements and goals will be set forth by the department each fiscal year.Documentation Clinical documentation is timely, objective and complete. Administrative documentation including but not limited to billing and outcome measures is accurate and timely.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.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.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.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 Bachelors 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#COR123by Jobble

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