Physical Therapist (Per Diem)(Office/On-site)

Introduction

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of those who have served?

Do you want to use your skills to provide compassionate care to veterans in need?

Learn more and apply today to join our team as a Physical Therapist, supporting the health and well-being of Connecticut's veterans!

The State of Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist for the Healthcare Center. In this role you will play a vital part in supporting the health and well-being of Connecticut veterans by assessing, treating, and improving their physical capabilities. For over 140 years, the DVA has been committed to caring for veterans and their dependents. As part of our team, you will work in a supportive and collaborative environment while making a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. 

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• Located in Rocky Hill, CT
• Monday - Friday
• First Shift
• No more than 24 hours per week

WHY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT:

• Be part of the prestigious Forbes-ranked State of Connecticut, recognized as one of the Best Employers of 2023. 
• Enjoy endless opportunities for professional growth and development
• Embrace a healthywork/life balance tailored to all employees

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

• Engage in a rewarding career
• Provide support to a division that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve
• Assist our clients so they can achieve success
• Make a difference in the public sector
• Work together in a collaborative team environment

MORE ABOUT US:

At the Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs, we believe in "serving those who have served." This is accomplished through our: Office of Advocacy and Assistance, Residential Facility, Healthcare Center, and Cemetery and Burial Services.

The DVA has supported Connecticut Veterans and continues this tradition with Residential and Healthcare programming on our campus in Rocky Hill. There are two paths for residency at the DVA:

• Residential Facility: offers temporary, supportive living with programming designed to return Connecticut Veterans to independent living in the community;
• Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center: a state-of-the-art medical facility that offers long-term care for veterans with chronic, disabling conditions who require 24-hour assistance.
  

Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center

Exemplary care, Enduring respect

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

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To Apply:

• The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
• In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.
• In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.
• All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
• This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.

Important Next Step Information for After You Apply:

• Although applicants will receive correspondence via email and/or phone, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
• This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.
• Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
• Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
• Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
• For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
• Read through this helpful link to prepare for your interview.

Connect With Us:

• Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.
• Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Alyssa Hovanec via email at Alyssa.Hovanec@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state facility this class is accountable for the assessment, planning and application of professional physical therapy for individuals with physical disabilities and/or an intellectual disability.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Assesses individuals with physical disabilities and/or an intellectual disability for occupational therapy activities;
• Gives individual and group instructions to individuals in various occupational therapy activities including but not limited to activities of daily living, independent living skills, sensorimotor skills and performance components, psychosocial skill and performance components, therapeutic adaptations and specialized assessments;
• Determines appropriate activities for individuals consistent with physician prescription;
• Consults with supervisors, physicians and other professionals regarding individual treatment plans as needed;
• Makes recommendations based on individual progress;
• Requisitions and distributes supplies and materials;
• Maintains records and reports on individual care and administrative matters;
• Participates in or conducts training programs for staff therapists, occupational therapy and nursing students;
• Escorts individuals on trips into community;
• Performs duties in individual home or community setting;
• Serves on treatment teams;
• Attends workshops and lectures on occupational therapy and related topics;
• Makes adaptive equipment;
• May serve as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP);
• May supervise occupational therapy students after one year of experience;
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Knowledge of
  • principles and practices of occupational therapy;
  • anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, neurology, neuroanatomy and individual and group dynamics as applied to occupational therapy;
• Considerable
  • interpersonal skills;
  • oral and written communication skills;
• Skill in application of occupational therapy techniques;
• Ability to
  • gain interest, cooperation and confidence of individuals;
  • utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain a license as a Physical Therapist issued by the Connecticut Department of Public Health in accordance with the applicable Connecticut General Statutes. A temporary permit to practice physical therapy may be issued by the Department of Public Health pending completion of the full licensure process.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility
• Experience working with the Veteran Population
• Experience with MDS (Minimum Data Set)
• Experience with custom wheelchair assessments
• Experience with dementia and psychiatric diagnoses

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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  Incumbents in this class may be required to be fluent in a foreign language or proficient in the use of American Sign Language in certain designated positions.
  
  
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  Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
  
  
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  Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to danger of injury and to moderately disagreeable conditions while providing treatment to individuals.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.