Physiotherapists - New England, USA
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New England - America’s best kept secret! Rhode Island offers urban excitement, rural tranquility and leasure activities of every description. All this, in a spectacular and picturesque 400 mile coastline Work and live in beautiful New England!! Large teaching hospital in Rhode Island requires registered physiotherapists. For more information on this delightful part of the world click on the link: http://www.visitrhodeisland.com/  DescriptionAt this facility the physical therapist works with patients who have or are recovering from: Musculoskeletal disorders Neurological dysfunctions Injuries or illnesses that impair function The physical therapy focuses on improving skills such as getting out of bed, walking safely with crutches or a walker, moving specific joints, and strengthening specific muscles. The physical therapy treatment includes stretching, strengthening, muscle re-education, balance training, coordination training and functional training. The physical therapist teaches all patients home exercise programs so they can continue to improve once treatment is complete. Physical therapy provides skilled treatment for people who have the following health issues: Amputation Arthritic conditions Lymphedema Multiple trauma Neck and back pain / dysfunction Orthopedic injuries and conditions Spinal cord injuries Strokes and neurological disorders Swallowing disorders Voice disorders Work-related injuries Wounds QualificationsIn order to ease ensure the smoothest and quickest passage through immigration, physiotherapists will ideally hold a Masters degree or be working towards one. Applications from Physiotherapists holding Bachelors degree and with 3-4 years post graduate experience are also welcome. Skills/ExperienceTeaching skills Good clinical reasoning and reflective practice Good communicator and IT literate Ability to work under pressure Ability to manage own workload Team working / interpersonal skills Experience of palliative care or related field Excellent practical skills Ability to elate to and sympathise with wide range of people Physical fitness Benefits:Immigration sponsorship for nurse and family PT licensure fees Amazing Salaries plus shift differential Initial accommodation Medical, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance Competitive paid days off per year Sign-on Bonus Pension and retirement plans Generous tuition assistance *With any Salary in the USA, it's important not to get caught up with exchange rates, by this we mean that S70,000 doesn't equate to £35,000. As a general rule, what you pay £1 for in the UK, willl cost you $1 in the US ie: A Big Mac costs £3.00 in the UK, but costs S3.00 in the USA. |
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Based: Providence
Salary: $60k - $80k* Contract: Permanent - Full Time Start Date: November 2008  If you have the appropriate experience and find this opportunity of interest, please call the Adevia US team
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