Acute Care Physical Therapist — Restore Mobility & Independence

Northeast Hospital Corporation; Hathorne (MA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Massachusetts seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate mobility and motor function, and provide goal-directed, activity-oriented treatment to promote independence in daily living tasks. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other rehab staff to ensure patient-centered care.

The role emphasizes patient/family education, thorough documentation, and participation in discharge planning, with emphasis on evidence-based practice and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
• Current Massachusetts Physical Therapy license.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients' mobility and function.
• Develop plans of care with measurable goals.
• Implement treatment to improve impairments and function.
• Reassess progress and modify plans as needed.
• Provide discharge planning and patient family education.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Clinical reasoning

Patient education

Education

DPT or equivalent

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Massachusetts seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate mobility and motor function, and provide goal-directed, activity-oriented treatment to promote independence in daily living tasks. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other rehab staff to ensure patient-centered care.

The role emphasizes patient/family education, thorough documentation, and participation in discharge planning, with emphasis on evidence-based practice and continuous learning.