Physical Therapist, Outpatient, South Bay (per diem)
About The Position
Reporting to the Rehabilitation Therapies Supervisor/Manager, the Staff Physical Therapist conducts comprehensive assessments of in and outpatients with physical and functional deficits, planning and implementing individual/group physical therapy treatments to promote mobility, reduce pain, restore function, prevent permanent disability and restore independence, using various treatment techniques. Collaborates with other disciplines to arrange for appropriate follow-up care and facilitates a successful return to home and work environments. Provides student training according to departmental guidelines and participates in continuous education.
Requirements
- Work requires a Bachelor’s / Master’s or equivalent in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution by time of hire.
- Work requires a current Commonwealth of Massachusetts license by time of hire.
- Work requires a current CPR certification by time of hire.
- Work requires interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients, families and various members of the health care team.
- Work requires analytical abilities sufficient to evaluate patients’ condition, capabilities and progress to develop appropriate treatment programs.
Nice To Haves
- APTA and MCAPTA membership preferred.
- New grads welcome; experienced therapists encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Conducts physical therapy evaluation procedures according to professional and departmental guidelines.
- Establishes treatment goals and plans that reflect the needs of the patients while meeting departmental, institutional, and third party reimbursement requirements.
- Implements comprehensive individual and group treatment.
- Complies with departmental, institutional, and accrediting agency policies and standards.
- Shows evidence of on-going professional growth and knowledge of regulations and standards.
- Participates in the development and evaluation of physical therapy programs
- Collaborates with colleagues and other professionals to provide high quality patient care.
- Orients medical professional staff and the community to physical therapy.
- Utilizes hospital's Values as the basis for decision-making and to facilitate the hospital’s mission.
- Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
