Physical Therapist

CareOne • New Bedford, MA

6d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides resident care at the highest level at CareOne at New Bedford, in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care settings. CareOne delivers rehabilitation services in-house, with therapists collaborating with nursing and clinical staff as part of the care team. The role involves evaluating residents, creating and coordinating treatment plans, screening residents, documenting care, and maintaining billing records. Limited travel to other facilities may be required.

Requirements

• Master’s or doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current and active Physical Therapist license in the state of operations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or knowledge in older adult rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of governmental and regulatory guidelines in designated healthcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide and direct resident rehabilitation care using accepted practice methods and meeting center, state, federal, and accrediting standards.
• Evaluate residents’ needs and establish effective and efficient treatment plans.
• Manage and coordinate supervision of treatment plans with staff and other disciplines as indicated.
• Participate in resident screening according to directed schedules and practices.
• Provide feedback to the designated supervisor on clinical and rehabilitation issues.
• Participate in center-directed processes and services.
• Complete clinical documentation required by center, state, federal, and accrediting agency standards.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely billing records required by center, state, federal, and accrediting agency standards.
• Participate in in-service training programs as requested.
• Travel to other facilities on a limited basis to provide services, as needed.

Benefits

• Collaboration with nursing and clinical staff.
• Consistency and stability as part of CareOne’s team rather than a rotating agency.
• Career advancement opportunities across a large, multi-state network.
• A supportive culture in which therapists are valued as essential members of the care team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time