Independent Neurological PT — Skilled Nursing Mobility

The Boston Home; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Gated campus, close to transit

Job summary

The Boston Home is a specialized long-term care community for adults with advanced neurological conditions. The Physical Therapist assesses and treats neurogenic mobility, musculoskeletal, and functional issues in adults with complex conditions.

The role emphasizes compassionate care and independent practice within a skilled nursing facility, with EMR documentation and familiarity with Casamba SmartNet/Sigmacare encouraged.

Qualifications

• Graduate from Doctor of Physical Therapy program since 2005 or appropriate entry-level degree prior to 2005.
• Current MA licensure in Physical Therapy.
• 3+ years of experience in neurogenic mobility and musculoskeletal disorders.
• Ability to practice independently in PT in a skilled nursing facility (i.e., without PTA for treatment).
• Excellent written and oral English skills.
• Comfort with computerized documentation, email communication, and EMR; Casamba SmartNet and Sigmacare experience helpful.
• Ability to lift/move 50 lbs independently and 100 lbs with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat neurological, musculoskeletal, functional mobility, integumentary, and post-surgical disorders in adults with complex neurological conditions.
• Provide compassionate care for clients with advanced progressive diseases and mobility limitations.

Skills

English skills

Independent practice

Clinical assessment

Education

DPT or equivalent (pre-2005 entry)

MA Physical Therapy license

Tools

Casamba SmartNet

Sigmacare

Job description

The Boston Home is a specialized long-term care community for adults with advanced neurological conditions. The Physical Therapist assesses and treats neurogenic mobility, musculoskeletal, and functional issues in adults with complex conditions.

The role emphasizes compassionate care and independent practice within a skilled nursing facility, with EMR documentation and familiarity with Casamba SmartNet/Sigmacare encouraged.