Per Diem - Physical Therapist

Boston Children’s Hospital; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist in Weymouth. The role involves providing high-quality rehabilitation for pediatric patients through comprehensive assessments and developing individualized treatment plans.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy, has at least one year of experience in pediatric settings, and is licensed in Massachusetts. This role requires flexibility to train on weekdays.

Qualifications

• Minimum one to two years of previous PT experience, pediatric hospital-based preferred.
• Physical Therapist licensure in the state of MA.
• Candidate must be able and available to train and orient during weekdays.

Responsibilities

• Completing comprehensive physical therapy assessments for pediatric patients.
• Developing and implementing individualized patient treatment programs.
• Providing education to patients and families regarding treatment.

Skills

Pediatric rehabilitation

Patient assessment

Individualized treatment programs

Mechanical equipment operation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Position Summary/Department Summary

We are currently seeking a per diem Physical Therapist for our Weymouth location. Be a part of our inter‑disciplinary team and provide high‑quality rehabilitation for our pediatric patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Completing comprehensive physical therapy assessment in alignment with department standards and guidelines for pediatric patients.
• Reviewing patient medical history/record and selecting, administering, and interpreting standardized and non‑standardized tests and measurements to assess patients’ functional status related to cardiopulmonary, developmental, musculoskeletal, neurological, and sensorimotor function.
• Integrating knowledge into clinical decisions and recommendations.
• Developing and implementing individualized patient treatment programs.
• Establishing treatment goals and administering appropriate physical therapy procedures and modalities.
• Discharge plans and home treatment programs, and providing education to patients and families.
• Recommending orthotics, adaptive/assistive equipment, and technology for patients with complex, rare, or multiple dysfunctions.
• Liaising with equipment designers and vendors regarding equipment specifications and patient needs.
• Training patients, families, and caretakers in the use/operation of prescribed orthotics/equipment, monitoring and evaluating effectiveness, and initiating modifications as needed.
• Recording assessments, diagnoses, and treatment inpatient medical records according to established documentation standards.
• Preparing reports, correspondence, referrals, and other materials for schools, providers, payers, and others as needed.
• Assigning standardized billing codes and corresponding charges required for reimbursement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy
• Experience: Minimum one to two years of previous PT experience, pediatric hospital‑based preferred.
• Licensure/Certifications: Physical Therapist licensure in the state of MA
• Candidate must be able and available to train and orient during weekdays.