Physical Therapist

Spire Orthopedic Partners•Newburyport, MA

15d•$80,800 - $121,200

About The Position

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices. It provides administrative infrastructure and operational resources so physicians can focus on patient care. The network spans the Northeast and includes more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers, and 40 locations across New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. The Physical Therapist provides physical therapy services in accordance with professional practice guidelines and clinic policy. The role evaluates and screens patients, develops and coordinates treatment plans, monitors responses to treatment, educates patients and care teams, documents services, and supports infection-control compliance. The position is full-time at Sports Medicine North in Newburyport, Massachusetts, with some travel between company locations. Core office days are Monday through Friday; the job shift is listed as varied.

Requirements

Master’s or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.
Active license to practice as a Physical Therapist in Massachusetts.
Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
Ability to identify and implement components of the physical therapy process.
Ability to identify learning needs and teach patients and families.
Verbal and written communication skills and ability to collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals.
Working knowledge of and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations.
Strong organizational, prioritizing, and analytical skills.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Familiarity with HIPAA, insurance regulations, policies, procedures, and other regulatory policies.
Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications used in job functions.

Nice To Haves

Orthopedic Physical Therapy experience.
Medical office experience.

Responsibilities

Screen patients regularly to determine whether additional intervention, treatment, or modifications are needed.
Evaluate patients and obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.
Interpret data, formulate goals and treatment plans, and coordinate treatment with patients, families, and other team members.
Provide physical therapy services in accordance with professional practice guidelines and clinic policy.
Monitor patients’ responses to intervention and modify treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with treatment plans and physician orders.
Participate in patient, family, and staff education, and provide in-service education to members of the patient’s care team as needed.
Provide timely clinical information about safety and functional needs as required.
Develop appropriate home or community programming to maintain and enhance patient performance in their own environment.
Document patient assessment, treatment, follow-up, and termination-of-services results.
Ensure implementation, compliance, and monitoring of the Infection Control Program in accordance with policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.