Physical Therapist - 32 hours/week, day shift

Northeast Hospital Corporation; Hathorne (MA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Massachusetts seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate mobility and motor function, and provide goal-directed, activity-oriented treatment to promote independence in daily living tasks. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other rehab staff to ensure patient-centered care.

The role emphasizes patient/family education, thorough documentation, and participation in discharge planning, with emphasis on evidence-based practice and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
• Current Massachusetts Physical Therapy license.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients' mobility and function.
• Develop plans of care with measurable goals.
• Implement treatment to improve impairments and function.
• Reassess progress and modify plans as needed.
• Provide discharge planning and patient family education.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Clinical reasoning

Patient education

Education

DPT or equivalent

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Job Description

The Physical Therapist evaluates patient’s mobility and motor assets and liabilities for functional performance. The Physical Therapist provides goal-directed, activity-oriented treatment to promote optimum independence in functional mobility and daily life tasks. As a member of the health care team, the physical therapist works closely with other rehabilitation disciplines, nursing, physicians, and case managers to provide patient-centered care. Patient/family and community education are essential components of this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complete and thorough evaluations of patients' chief complaints, physical impairments, activities of daily living, and functional limitations
• Develop comprehensive plans of care with appropriate, measurable, and functional goals
• Plan and implement appropriate treatment activities to improve identified physical impairments and functional limitations
• Provide ongoing reassessment and modification of treatment plans in response to patients' progress
• Offer appropriate discharge planning and patient/family teaching, including home programs and recommendations for self-care
• Complete timely and accurate documentation of evaluations, treatments, and progress notes
• Collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Demonstrate effective time management and meet department productivity standards
• Maintain current knowledge of insurance requirements and regulations
• Participate in professional development activities and mentorship program

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program
• Current Massachusetts Physical Therapy license
• Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in acute physical therapy settings
• Additional certifications in specialized physical therapy techniques

Education and Experience

• Graduate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program
• Relevant clinical experience in acute care settings preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Current Massachusetts Physical Therapy license
• Current BCLS certification

Pay Range

Pay Range: $38.50 - $53.91

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

Vaccination Requirement

Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs.

Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.