Physical Therapist

Ryders Health Management is a family-owned long term care provider with 8 skilled nursing facilities across Connecticut, a homecare company and 70-year track record of quality care. We are currently hiring a Physical Therapist. Come join our team!

We are currently hiring for the following locations:

Aaron Manor - Chester, CT

Bel-Air Manor - Newington, CT

Cheshire House - Waterbury, CT

Douglas Manor - Windham, CT
Greentree Manor - Waterford, CT

Lighthouse Home Health Care - CT

Lord Chamberlain - Stratford, CT

Mystic Healthcare - Mystic, CT

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.

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We encourage people of all backgrounds, age, race religion, gender, sexual orientation and national orgin to apply.