Physical Therapist - 40 hours/week, day shift
About The Position
This position comes with a $10,000 sign on bonus for new hires outside of the BILH network. The Physical Therapist evaluates patient's mobility and motor assets and liabilities for functional performance. The Physical Therapist provides goal-directed, activity-oriented treatment to promote optimum independence in functional mobility and daily life tasks. As a member of the health care team, the physical therapist works closely with other rehabilitation disciplines, nursing, physicians, and case managers to provide patient-centered care. Patient/family and community education are essential components of this position.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program
- Current Massachusetts Physical Therapy license
- Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
Nice To Haves
- Experience in acute physical therapy settings
- Additional certifications in specialized physical therapy techniques
- Graduate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program
- Relevant clinical experience in acute care settings preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform complete and thorough evaluations of patients' chief complaints, physical impairments, activities of daily living, and functional limitations
- Develop comprehensive plans of care with appropriate, measurable, and functional goals
- Plan and implement appropriate treatment activities to improve identified physical impairments and functional limitations
- Provide ongoing reassessment and modification of treatment plans in response to patients' progress
- Offer appropriate discharge planning and patient/family teaching, including home programs and recommendations for self-care
- Complete timely and accurate documentation of evaluations, treatments, and progress notes
- Collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Demonstrate effective time management and meet department productivity standards
- Maintain current knowledge of insurance requirements and regulations
- Participate in professional development activities and mentorship programs
Benefits
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits
- Healthy and balanced life support
- Sign on bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
