Physical Therapist

150 Shriners Hospitals for Children; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children's is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat children across a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and developmental conditions. You will plan and implement physical therapy interventions to maximize each child's independence and participation in daily activities.

The role emphasizes family-centered care, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and thorough documentation to support safe, effective treatment and discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy required.
• Massachusetts PT license required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat pediatric patients across musculoskeletal, neurological, and developmental conditions.
• Plan and implement individualized physical therapy interventions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to design patient-centered care plans.
• Assist in discharge planning and family education.
• Document treatment plans and progress to support quality and risk management.

Skills

PT license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Massachusetts PT license

Job description

Company Overview

Shriners Children's is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.

With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family's ability to pay or insurance status.

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Job Summary

The Physical Therapist at The Shriners Hospital for Children is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing physical therapy interventions to restore, maintain, and promote optimal physical function and well-being in pediatric patients with a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and developmental conditions. This role focuses on maximizing each child's independence and participation in daily activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Upon receiving a licensed independent practitioner referral, implements a systematic patient examination and evaluation utilizing comprehensive compliant and safe clinical care demonstrating the philosophy of family centered care
• Works with medical staff and the multidisciplinary team to design and implement individualized plans of care to meet the needs of the patient and their family.
• Makes appropriate discharge plans by collaborating with patients, families and the interdisciplinary team.
• Functions as a team member and develops leadership skills through activities such as mentoring and providing education to students and other professionals.
• Supports risk management and compliance initiatives through accurate, thorough documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy
• MA PT license

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-year physical therapy experience - new graduates considered
• Pediatric experience

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.