Physical Therapist II
About The Position
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist II for Northeast Residential Services in the Northeast Region. Located in Danvers, Massachusetts, this position coordinates physical therapy services within assigned group homes and supervises physical therapy staff. The role includes evaluating clients, developing and implementing treatment plans, providing hands-on treatment, training and consultation, coordinating care with medical and other staff, and completing related work. The position provides physical therapy services to clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, in support of their needs as set out through the ISP process. The schedule is 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with Saturday and Sunday off. The role is subject to pre-employment screening, including abuse registry, criminal background, and fingerprint-based checks. The Massachusetts physical therapist license must be current and valid. The position is also subject to the applicable COVID-19 and influenza vaccination or mitigation requirements.
Requirements
- At least one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience as a physical therapist.
- Possession of a current and valid Physical Therapist license issued by the Massachusetts Division of Licensure Board of Allied Health Professionals in accordance with Chapter 667 of the Acts of 1982.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate, implement, and supervise delivery of physical therapy services to assigned clients through direct and indirect services aligned with their needs and ISP requirements.
- Travel regularly to assigned homes to provide hands-on treatment, supervise physical therapy staff, consult with direct care and discipline staff, and attend necessary meetings.
- Provide administrative and clinical supervision to physical therapy staff, including reviewing and approving clinical work, holding scheduled supervision sessions, and conducting formal performance evaluations.
- Develop physical therapy treatment plans in accordance with accepted practices and standards.
- Administer physical therapy treatment using equipment, physical agents, and therapeutic activities to improve or restore independent functioning in activities of daily living.
- Administer tests, measurements, and evaluations using standardized or recommended procedures to establish or revise treatment specifics.
- Maintain written documentation of client services in accordance with DDS guidelines.
- Coordinate physical therapy with other disciplines through meetings, conferences, and written reports.
- Provide on-the-job training and staff orientation through instruction and demonstration, supporting compliance with standards and awareness of new techniques.
- Consult with direct care staff, professional disciplines, day program services, and volunteers to support carryover of treatment plans.
- Maintain an inventory of physical therapy equipment and supplies and obtain items needed for client treatment.
- Attend relevant meetings, conferences, and clinics to support treatment-plan carryover and adaptive-equipment use, and facilitate communication among residential units, clinics, and day programs.
- Participate in continuing education through conferences, seminars, workshops, and formal higher education.
- Follow policies and procedures and perform other duties as required.
Benefits
- Comprehensive employee benefits and rewards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
