Per Diem Outpatient Physical Therapist - Rehab Impact

1500 Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation; Centerville (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

1500 Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist on a per diem basis to assist patients in maximizing physical function and limiting disability. The role requires interpreting PT evaluations, setting goals, and guiding patients in exercises and assistive devices.

Graduation from an accredited PT program is required with MA licensure. Responsibilities include evaluating progress, documenting plans, and collaborating with families.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program is required.
• Licensure in Massachusetts is required.
• For licensure prior to 2016, a bachelor’s or master’s degree is acceptable; from 2016 onward, a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) is required.

Responsibilities

• Completes billing sheet accurately by end of day.
• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to maximize benefit.
• Performs patient assessments and establishes a plan of care.
• Provides in-service education to nursing staff as needed.
• Documents goals, progress, and plans for reevaluation.
• Discusses evaluation, goals and treatment with patient and family.
• Participates in hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives.
• Supervises PTAs according to policy and state regulations.

Skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Organizational skills

EMR familiarity

Written and verbal communication

Teaching others

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

1500 Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist on a per diem basis to assist patients in maximizing physical function and limiting disability. The role requires interpreting PT evaluations, setting goals, and guiding patients in exercises and assistive devices.

Graduation from an accredited PT program is required with MA licensure. Responsibilities include evaluating progress, documenting plans, and collaborating with families.