Outpatient Physical Therapist - Patient Care & Mentorship

Cape Cod Healthcare Inc; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 113,652,000 - 163,934,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, MA, is seeking a Physical Therapist for outpatient services. The position offers hourly pay with a schedule reflecting a full-time clinical setting and requires MA licensure and a Bachelor's in Physical Therapy.

The role involves evaluating patients, creating treatment plans, administering tests, documenting care, and collaborating with the care team to support functional outcomes across adult and pediatric populations.

Qualifications

• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
• Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates new patients, sets objective measurable treatment goals for functional outcome, establishes appropriate treatment programs, and provides documentation of same.
• Administers diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests to determine the extent of the patient’s impairment and the prognosis for improvement.
• Carries out appropriate treatment modalities, and re-evaluates the patient as needed, modifying the treatment plan based on patient progress.
• Provides objective, analytic documentation of patient care, patient/family education, and communication with other caregivers.
• Communicates effectively with medical/allied health personnel regarding patient progress, needs, and discharge planning.
• Provides instruction in therapeutic procedures to be continued by patient and family.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment programs, quality improvement initiatives, and safety, environmental and infection control standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

BLS Certification

Job description

Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, MA, is seeking a Physical Therapist for outpatient services. The position offers hourly pay with a schedule reflecting a full-time clinical setting and requires MA licensure and a Bachelor's in Physical Therapy.

The role involves evaluating patients, creating treatment plans, administering tests, documenting care, and collaborating with the care team to support functional outcomes across adult and pediatric populations.