Physical Therapist (Outpatient) - 32 hours/week, day shift

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Lahey (TX); On-site; USD 53,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Beverly Hospital, a member of Beth Israel Lahey Health, is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate mobility and plan targeted treatments in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes patient-centered care and education, with close coordination with nurses, physicians, and case managers.

Graduate therapists with MA licensure and current BCLS, and a track record in acute settings, will contribute to our mission of compassionate, quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
• Current Massachusetts Physical Therapy license.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in acute physical therapy settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete evaluations of patients' chief complaints, impairments, ADLs, and functional limitations.
• Develop comprehensive care plans with measurable goals.
• Plan and implement treatment to improve identified impairments and limitations.
• Provide ongoing reassessment and modify plans as progress dictates.
• Discharge planning and home-program education for patients and families.
• Document evaluations, treatments, and progress notes accurately.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Demonstrate time management and meet productivity standards.
• Stay current with insurance requirements and regulations.
• Participate in mentorship and professional development activities.

Skills

Assessment & diagnostics

Treatment planning

Interpersonal skills

Patient education

Documentation in EHR

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Mobility assessment

Education

DPT or equivalent

Massachusetts Physical Therapy License

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

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:Beverly Hospital, a member of Beth Israel Lahey Health, is a full-service community hospital serving the healthcare needs of residents in Beverly, Massachusetts, and surrounding communities. Founded in 1888, Beverly Hospital has a long-standing commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.Mission: To provide exceptional, compassionate care to our patients and to promote the health and wellness of the communities we serve.Values:• Excellence: Striving for the highest standards in healthcare delivery• Compassion: Treating every patient with kindness and empathy• Integrity: Maintaining ethical practices and transparency in all our operations• Collaboration: Fostering teamwork among our staff and with our community partners• Innovation: Embracing new technologies and approaches to improve patient careBeverly Hospital is dedicated to creating a healing environment that addresses the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our patients while supporting the professional growth of our staff.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 ResponsibilitiesPerform complete and thorough evaluations of patients' chief complaints, physical impairments, activities of daily living, and functional limitationsDevelop comprehensive plans of care with appropriate, measurable, and functional goalsPlan and implement appropriate treatment activities to improve identified physical impairments and functional limitationsProvide ongoing reassessment and modification of treatment plans in response to patients' progressOffer appropriate discharge planning and patient/family teaching, including home programs and recommendations for self-careComplete timely and accurate documentation of evaluations, treatments, and progress notesCollaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient careDemonstrate effective time management and meet department productivity standardsMaintain current knowledge of insurance requirements and regulationsParticipate in professional development activities and mentorship programQualificationsRequiredGraduate of an accredited Physical Therapy ProgramCurrent Massachusetts Physical Therapy licenseCurrent BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certificationStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to work effectively in a multidisciplinary teamPreferredExperience in acute physical therapy settingsAdditional certifications in specialized physical therapy techniquesEducation and ExperienceGraduate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy ProgramRelevant clinical experience in acute care settings preferredLicenses and CertificationsCurrent Massachusetts Physical Therapy licenseCurrent BCLS certificationSkillsExcellent assessment and diagnostic skillsStrong treatment planning and implementation abilitiesEffective communication and patient education skillsProficiency in documentation and electronic health recordsAbility to adapt treatment approaches to individual patient needsPhysical RequirementsAbility to stand, walk, and move for extended periodsCapability to assist patients with mobility and transfersManual dexterity for hands-on patient carePay Range:$38.50 - $53.91The 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.As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. 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