Physical Therapist (PT)

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare • Chelsea, MA

7d

About The Position

Leonard Florence Center for Living is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to provide person-centered care in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting. The facility uses the Green House® model of care and serves individuals living with ALS, Multiple Sclerosis, other neurological conditions, and ventilator dependency, as well as residents receiving short-term rehabilitation. The environment combines advanced medical technology with the comforts of home.

The Physical Therapist evaluates residents and develops individualized treatment plans to help them improve or maintain strength, mobility, functional abilities, and independence. The role uses assistive technologies and specialized equipment and involves collaboration with an interdisciplinary care team. Full-time, part-time, and per-diem opportunities are offered.

Requirements

• Master's or doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current, valid Massachusetts Physical Therapist (PT) license.
• Strong clinical assessment and patient evaluation skills.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English, both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with high-tech assistive technologies.
• ATP certification through RESNA or interest in obtaining ATP certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' physical abilities, mobility, strength, balance, and functional limitations, and develop individualized treatment plans based on their needs and goals.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve or maintain mobility, strength, endurance, balance, coordination, and functional independence.
• Adapt treatment approaches for residents with ALS, Multiple Sclerosis, other neurological conditions, ventilator dependency, and short-term rehabilitation needs.
• Use specialized equipment, assistive devices, and adaptive technologies to support residents' mobility, positioning, safety, comfort, and quality of life.
• Collaborate with nursing, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and the interdisciplinary care team to monitor progress, modify treatment plans, document services, and promote independence.

Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus for full-time positions.
• Free weekly groceries: two bags from the on-site grocery stores.
• Eligible positions offer medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, and additional voluntary benefits.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Paid birthday for part-time and full-time positions.
• Supportive, welcoming, and inclusive team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time