Geriatric Physical Therapist — Premium Pay & Benefits

Cambridge Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium compensation

Great benefits package

Professional growth & stability

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cambridge Rehabilitation and Nursing Center seeks a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to assess and treat residents in a skilled nursing environment. The role involves conducting PT evaluations, designing plans, and adapting treatments to resident responses while coordinating with nursing staff and family education.

Requirements include an MA license as a Registered Physical Therapist, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and familiarity with Medicare/Medicaid processes.

Qualifications

• Geriatric experience preferred.
• Able to use necessary computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Screens residents for rehabilitation therapy needs.
• Completes Physical Therapy evaluations upon physician order.
• Provides Physical Therapy plan of treatments and modalities.
• Modifies treatment program level, intensity and techniques based on the resident’s response to specific treatment plan.
• Documents resident progress toward Physical Therapy goals.
• Discharges residents from Physical Therapy services when appropriate.
• Recommends mobility, positioning and ROM needs to nursing staff.
• Completes daily activity schedule, progress notes and re-certifications per facility policy.
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Educates residents, staff and families and provides in-servicing.
• Ensures compliance with Medicare/Medicaid and other payment sources.

Skills

Geriatric experience

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

MA license as a Registered Professional Physical Therapist

Job description

Cambridge Rehabilitation and Nursing Center seeks a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to assess and treat residents in a skilled nursing environment. The role involves conducting PT evaluations, designing plans, and adapting treatments to resident responses while coordinating with nursing staff and family education.

Requirements include an MA license as a Registered Physical Therapist, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and familiarity with Medicare/Medicaid processes.