Physical Therapist (Outpatient) - 40 hours/week, day shift

bilh; United States; On-site; USD 53,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking an Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist to evaluate mobility and motor function and provide goal-directed, activity-oriented therapy. You will work closely with rehabilitation, nursing, physicians, and case managers to deliver patient-centered care and educate patients and families.

The position requires a graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy program and a Massachusetts PT license, plus BCLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
• Massachusetts Physical Therapy license is required.
• BCLS certification is required.
• Experience in outpatient physical therapy is preferred.
• Additional certifications in specialized PT techniques are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' mobility and motor function to assess functional performance.
• Develop and implement goal-directed, activity-oriented treatment plans.
• Promote independence in functional mobility and daily life tasks.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals for comprehensive care.
• Educate patients, families, and community on physical therapy and rehabilitation.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
• Stay current with best practices and emerging PT techniques.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Multidisciplinary care

Continuous learning

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program

Massachusetts Physical Therapy license

BCLS certification

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.

Full time, benefits eligible position! External hires qualify for a sign on bonus!

Job Description:

The Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist evaluates a 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

• Evaluate patients' mobility and motor function to assess functional performance
• Develop and implement goal-directed, activity-oriented treatment plans
• Promote optimum independence in functional mobility and daily life tasks
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care
• Provide patient, family, and community education on physical therapy and rehabilitation
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records
• Stay current with best practices and emerging techniques in physical therapy

Qualifications Required

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

Education and Experience

• Graduate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program
• Relevant clinical experience preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Current Massachusetts Physical Therapy license
• Current BCLS certification

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.

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