Physical Therapist

Addison Kenway.•Natick, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

A skilled nursing facility in Natick, Massachusetts is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist for its rehabilitation team. The therapist evaluates new patients’ medical histories and physical conditions, establishes individual treatment goals, and provides therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and other interventions to improve mobility and strength and help patients return to daily activities. The role includes monitoring outcomes and updating care plans, coaching patients and families on home exercises, self-care, and injury prevention, maintaining thorough documentation, and collaborating with nursing, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and physicians. The position is 40 hours per week, with a flexible schedule, and offers an hourly rate based on experience. Long-term care experience is preferred, but new graduates are welcome and will receive hands-on training.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Current, valid Massachusetts Physical Therapist license.
Active CPR certification.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
A patient, encouraging approach to working with older adults.

Nice To Haves

Skilled nursing or long-term care experience; new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Evaluate each new patient’s medical history and physical condition.
Set individual treatment goals.
Provide therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and other interventions to improve patients’ movement, strength, and ability to perform daily activities.
Track outcomes and adjust care plans.
Coach patients and families on home exercises, self-care, and injury prevention.
Maintain thorough documentation.
Partner with nursing, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and physicians.