Summary

Join Hartford HealthCare, Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network, as a Physical Therapist Assistant. With over 30,000 dedicated colleagues, we provide integrated support to patients and their families, utilizing cutting-edge technology in the comfort of their own homes. As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will work under the clinical supervision of a Physical Therapist, delivering quality care and helping patients improve their physical function and well-being.

Details

Job Schedule: Part-Time Standard Hours: 24 Job Shift: Shift 1

About Hartford HealthCare

Hartford HealthCare is the largest provider of homecare services in Connecticut. With over 115 years of providing exceptional care, we are dedicated to our Person-Centered Care Model, prioritizing the individual needs of each patient. Our employees make a real difference in the lives of our clients and their families, and we value their contributions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in patient assessment, including testing joint range of motion, muscle strength, and mobility status.
• Implement therapeutic techniques appropriate to the patient's needs and medical status, such as heat, cold, light, water, sound, electricity, mobilization, and therapeutic exercise.
• Communicate patient progress to the Physical Therapist.
• Provide patient and caregiver education regarding treatment, precautions, and equipment use.
• Complete all documentation, including evaluation, care plan, patient status, progress, visits, discharge summary, and care transition plan.
• Assist with patient transition planning and coordination of care with other providers and community resources.

Qualifications

• Education & Training: Associates Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• License/Certification: Current State of CT Physical Therapy Assistant license required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Previous experience in acute care or outpatient setting preferred
• Strong knowledge of principles and practices of Physical Therapy
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle stress and exercise independent judgment

About Hartford HealthCare

At Hartford HealthCare, we take great care of careers. We offer exciting opportunities for growth and development, bringing new technologies and breakthrough treatments to countless men, women, and children in Connecticut. We prioritize work-life balance and provide a competitive benefits program. Join us in making every moment matter for our patients.