Steven Hutt
New Britain,CT
Summary
Experienced Physical Therapist specializing in outpatient and home care for diverse patient populations. Proficient in developing individualized treatment plans that enhance mobility and quality of life. Strong communicator with a focus on patient engagement and goal-oriented progress.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist-Outpatient
Connecticut Physical Medicine
Waterbury, Connecticut
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Administered therapeutic exercises to improve patient mobility and strength.
- Monitored patient responses to treatments, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
- Created individualized home exercise programs for outpatient therapy clients to improve health and wellness.
- Supervised physical therapist assistants, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and high-quality patient care.
Physical Therapist
Enliven Home Health
Rocky Hill, Connecticut
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Evaluated patient conditions to develop customized treatment plans that address individual needs.
- Administered therapeutic exercises enhancing patients' functional mobility for safe transfers and ambulation in home settings.
- Created individualized home exercise programs for outpatient therapy clients to improve health and wellness.
- Fostered collaborative relationships with healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Homecare Physical Therapist
Atrinity Home Health, LLC
Wallingford, CT
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Evaluated and developed patient-focused treatment plans to enhance functional independence and safety in home environments, enabling patients to remain at home and transition to outpatient physical therapy when appropriate.
- Managed admissions to homecare services and coordinated case management, fostering effective communication with referring physicians, clinical supervisors, and the interdisciplinary team.
Homecare Physical Therapist
Visiting Nurse and Health Services of CT
Vernon, CT
06.2014 - 09.2018
- Evaluation, treatment, and independent case management of various diagnoses in the homecare setting including patients in palliative and hospice care.
- Proficient in OASIS and the use of the Electronic Visit Verification system.
- Conducted chart reviews and delivered in-services for staff to enhance patient care practices.
- Collaborated in interdisciplinary case conferences to optimize patient care, including weekly reviews with PT supervisor on active patients and discharge planning.
Homecare Physical Therapist
Keep Me Home, LLC
Berlin, CT
02.2014 - 05.2014
- Evaluation, treatment planning, and implementation for patients referred for home based physical therapy from various environments including SNFs, acute care, long term care, assisted living facilities and from MD offices.
- Case management of various diagnoses and case conferencing with the interdisciplinary team involved in patient care.
Homecare Physical Therapist
Medical Management Plus, LLC
Wethersfield, CT
06.2011 - 10.2012
- Evaluation, treatment as well as case management of various diagnoses in the homecare setting.
- Development of a patient centered, individualized treatment program to maximize functional independence and safety in the home.
- Education and training of patients and family members and interdisciplinary communication.
Homecare Physical Therapist
New England Homecare
Cromwell, CT
03.2007 - 05.2011
- Evaluation, treatment, and case management of various diagnoses in the homecare setting.
- Patient and family education to maximize safety and functional independence in the home.
- Participation in monthly staff meetings as well as agency continuing education opportunities.
- Attended offsite continuing education opportunities at the Connecticut Association for Healthcare at Home as well as other venues.
Homecare Physical Therapist
Connecticut VNA (currently Masonicare)
East Hartford, CT
03.2001 - 11.2006
- Evaluated and treated various diagnoses in homecare setting, including palliative care and hospice patients, to enhance patient comfort and quality of life.
- Managed patient cases independently and coordinated case conferences with referring MD and interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
- Delivered wound care management per Primary Care Nurse's plan of care and utilized KCI wound vac system, contributing to effective wound healing.
- Participated in agency based continuing education.
Outpatient Physical Therapist
Grove Hill Medical Center
New Britain, CT
10.2000 - 05.2002
- Evaluation and treatment of a wide variety of musculoskeletal and neurological diagnoses as well as many post operative orthopedic patients.
- Worked in the same building as an orthopedic and pain management practice and frequently consulted directly with the physicians regarding the care of their patients.
- Development of individualized treatment plans and patient education in their diagnoses and home treatment programs.
Outpatient Physical Therapist
Hospital of St. Raphael Outpatient Rehabilitation Services
New Haven, CT
08.1998 - 09.2000
- Assessment and development of individualized treatment plans for patients with varying musculoskeletal and neurological diagnoses.
- Conducted functional screenings using the Isernhagen work system tool to determine readiness for return to work and also pre-screening for employment using individualized functional capacity evaluations.
Outpatient Physical Therapist
Penn Therapy and Fitness
Philadelphia, PA
06.1997 - 07.1998
- Evaluation and treatment of various orthopedic and neurologic diagnoses and development of treatment plans in an outpatient setting.
- Direct involvement in continuing education associated with the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania including attendance in orthopedic rounds with the physicians and medical students.
Perfusionist Assistant
Baxter Perfusion Services
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
09.1993 - 04.1997
- Supported Perfusionist during cardiopulmonary bypass procedures by setting up and breaking down bypass machine disposables and accurately charting procedure details.
- Operated cell saver devices and rapid infusor during surgeries, ensuring optimal blood conservation and fluid management.
- Monitored pediatric patients on ECMO devices during 12-hour shifts, ensuring vigilant observation and timely response to patient needs.
- Operated and monitored intra-aortic balloon pumps.
Education
Masters Degree - Physical Therapy, MPT
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA06-1997
Bachelor of Science - Biology, B.S.
Villanova University
Villanova, PA05-1993
Skills
- Comprehensive Evaluation
- Functional mobility training
- Treatment planning
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Health records management
- Effective communication skills
- Patient education
Certification
- CT, #006213
- PA, 09/01/97, 12/01/98
Timeline
Physical Therapist-Outpatient
Connecticut Physical Medicine
08.2023 - 03.2024
Physical Therapist
Enliven Home Health
09.2022 - 07.2023
Homecare Physical Therapist
Atrinity Home Health, LLC
05.2021 - 08.2022
Homecare Physical Therapist
Visiting Nurse and Health Services of CT
06.2014 - 09.2018
Homecare Physical Therapist
Keep Me Home, LLC
02.2014 - 05.2014
Homecare Physical Therapist
Medical Management Plus, LLC
06.2011 - 10.2012
Homecare Physical Therapist
New England Homecare
03.2007 - 05.2011
Homecare Physical Therapist
Connecticut VNA (currently Masonicare)
03.2001 - 11.2006
Outpatient Physical Therapist
Grove Hill Medical Center
10.2000 - 05.2002
Outpatient Physical Therapist
Hospital of St. Raphael Outpatient Rehabilitation Services
08.1998 - 09.2000
Outpatient Physical Therapist
Penn Therapy and Fitness
06.1997 - 07.1998
Perfusionist Assistant
Baxter Perfusion Services
09.1993 - 04.1997
Masters Degree - Physical Therapy, MPT
Drexel University
Bachelor of Science - Biology, B.S.
Villanova University