Physical Therapist

Lord Chamberlain

Physical Therapist:

Company Description: Lord Chamberlain is a family-owned skilled nursing facility in Stratford, Connecticut with two major units: one with 60 beds, specializing in short-term rehabilitation and a 190-bed unit specializing in long-term care. We are currently hiring a Physical Therapist. Come join our team!

Responsibilities:

Review request for physical therapy and physicians' orders.

Completes screening according to policy.

Interview resident to determine type of treatment and schedule therapy.

Participate in the development and implementation or resident assessments (MDS) and care plans, including quarterly reviews.

Determine proper equipment usage, application and body position, and make adjustments as necessary in the administration of physical therapy treatments (e.g., gait training, traction, whirlpool, etc.).

Apply agents such as ultrasound, TENS, infrared, massage, therapeutic exercise, etc., as required.

Recommend modifications or changes in the resident's therapy program based on own evaluation of progress.

Ensure that all therapist notes are informative and descriptive of the care provided and of the resident's response to the care.

Consult with physicians/staff as necessary.

Physical Therapist Pay Rate:

Pay rate:

Benefits: (*applies to 24 hours or more,**Full-Time only)

Competitive pay

Shift differentials

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance*

Paid Time Off*

401(k) with employer match*

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Paid Meal Period

Paid Holiday Off**

Employee Assistance Program

Longevity Credit**

Short- & Long-Term Disability*

Uniform Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Free Parking



Requirements:

Must possess, as a minimum, a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university.

Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Physical Therapist in this state

Be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.

Be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 40 pounds to a minimum height of 3 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 4 feet.