Physical Therapist I, ATC

Boston Children’s Hospital; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus of $5,000

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare facility is seeking a full-time Athletic Trainer Certified Physical Therapist in Norwood, MA. This role entails working in a sports medicine clinic and providing medical coverage to an assigned high school, with a work schedule of M-F along with weekend coverage. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy and MA licensure, alongside 1-2 years of PT experience, preferably in pediatrics. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of physical therapy experience, pediatric experience preferred.
• MA physical therapist licensure required.
• Athletic Trainer Certified (ATC) required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex diagnostic evaluations upon referral.
• Develop and implement individual patient treatment programs.
• Monitor treatment outcomes and modify programs as needed.
• Communicate with equipment designers regarding specifications.

Skills

Diagnostic evaluations

Patient education

Clinical decision making

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking a 40-hour per week Athletic Trainer Certified Physical Therapist for our Norwood location. The position will be a split role, seeing patients in a sports medicine clinic setting and providing afternoon medical coverage to an assigned high school. Schedule is M-F with weekend coverage. New hires are eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus!

Key Responsibilities

• Performs complex diagnostic evaluations upon referral and in accordance with departmental and professional guidelines and standards.
• Verifies appropriateness of referral, contacting the provider as necessary. Reviews patient medical history/record and selects, administers and interprets standardized and non-standardized tests and measurements in order to assess patients’ functional status related to cardiopulmonary, developmental, musculoskeletal, neurological and sensorimotor function.
• Integrates knowledge into clinical decisions and recommendations. Develops and implements individualized patient treatment programs.
• Establishes treatment goals and administers appropriate physical therapy procedures and modalities. Prepares discharge plans and home treatment programs. Provides education to patients and families.
• Monitors treatment outcomes, modifying program as needed and communicating recommendations to physicians and other providers. Recommends orthotics, adaptive/assistive equipment and technology for patients, including those with complex, rare or multiple dysfunctions. Integrates knowledge into clinical decision making in order to meet specific treatment objectives.
• Communicates with equipment designers and/or vendors regarding equipment specifications and patient needs. Trains patients, families and/or caretakers in use/operation of prescribed orthotics/equipment, monitors and evaluates effectiveness and initiates modifications as needed. Records assessments, diagnoses and treatment in patient medical record according to established documentation standards.
• Prepares reports, correspondence, referrals and other materials for schools, providers, payors and others as needed. Assigns standardized billing codes and corresponding charges required for reimbursement.
• Communicates patient care assignments and scheduling needs to assist with operational planning activities. Self-identifies and develops clinical knowledge and skills through participation in professional organizations, attending continuing education programs, peer review and other related internal and external resources.
• Shares knowledge gained from professional development activities with the department. Attends and contributes to team meetings, patient care rounds and other interdisciplinary forums and provides physical therapy consultation to physicians, outpatient clinics and others as requested. Represents service on committees, at meetings and educational programs within the department and hospital. May contribute to advancement of profession through participation in research, teaching or advocacy. Serves as a resource in general pediatrics.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy
• Experience:
  • Minimum of one to two years of previous PT experience ideal, pediatric hospital-based experience preferred.
• Licensure/Certifications:
  • Physical Therapist licensure in the state of MA
  • Athletic Trainer Certified (ATC) Required