Physical Therapist

Saint Vincent Hospital; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $20,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Worcester, MA is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate, plan, and implement treatment programs for patients. The role includes administering tests, modifying treatment plans, and enhancing patient mobility to foster independence. A Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy and state licensure are required. Candidates may also be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000. This position mandates successful completion of a background check and health screening.

Qualifications

• Required: Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
• Preferred: current CLT with more than 3 years outpatient physical therapy experience.
• Required: State Licensure to practice.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, and implement treatment programs for patients.
• Administer and interpret tests and measurements of patients.
• Modify treatment plans based on patient progress.
• Develop functional goals based on patient and/or family expectations.
• Enhance patient independence through improved mobility.
• Seeks clarification of physician orders as needed.

Education

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Summary

Evaluates, plans, and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of physical therapy. Functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing patient assessment/re‑assessment, direct patient care, and individualized care planning/implementation.

Job Responsibilities

• Responds to physician orders for physical therapy.
• Administers and interprets tests and measurements of patients.
• Reviews patient charts and progress prior to treatment and modifies the treatment plan accordingly.
• Develops functional goals based on patient and/or family expectations.
• Improves, restores, and enhances functional mobility, seeking to return the patient to the highest level of independence.
• Seeks clarification of physician orders as needed.

Education

Required: Master's Degree in Physical Therapy or Doctorate in Physical Therapy.

Experience

Preferred: current CLT or > 3 years outpatient PT.

Certifications

Required: State Licensure.

Benefits

Up to $20,000 Sign‑on Bonus based on eligibility.

Onboarding

Successful candidates must complete a background check and pre‑employment health screening which includes a drug screen.

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