Physical Therapist/PT Clinical Specialist, Inpatient (Hyannis)

Cape Cod Healthcare Inc; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis is seeking a Physical Therapist/PT Clinical Specialist for inpatient services. The role focuses on organizing and conducting medically prescribed treatment programs for adults and children to restore function and prevent disability.

Rotating day/evening shifts, 40 hours per week, with occasional weekends and holidays. Requires MA licensure, Bachelor's in Physical Therapy, and current BLS; salary range is hourly, with compensation aligned to full-time status.

Qualifications

• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates new patients and sets measurable goals; documents progress.
• Administers tests to determine impairment and prognosis.
• Applies treatments and re-evaluates progress.
• Documents care, education, and communications with caregivers.
• Communicates with medical staff about progress and discharge.
• Instructs patients and families in therapeutic procedures.
• Assists in training new personnel.
• Guides PTAs, aides, and students.
• Maintains policies, quality programs, safety standards.
• Attends required meetings.
• Engages in ongoing professional development.
• Keeps daily records of activity and charges.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value of Cape Cod Healthcare’s benefits package (if applicable), which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement. For annual salaries this is based on full-time employment.

Beware scam interview requests

Cape Cod Healthcare has been made aware of an instance in which a potential scammer has attempted to impersonate CCHC leadership and request chat interviews. Please note this is not our process and we will never direct you to interview solely through web-based chat. For any questions about available job opportunities or to learn more about our interview process please visit our careers page: https://www.capecodhealth.org/careers/

Job Description - Physical Therapist/PT Clinical Specialist, Inpatient (Hyannis) (260812-50001935)

Job Description

Physical Therapist/PT Clinical Specialist, Inpatient (Hyannis) - ( 260812-50001935 )

Purpose of Position : To organize and conduct medically prescribed treatment programs for adult and pediatric patients to help restore function and prevent disability according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.

Description

• Evaluates new patients, sets objective measurable treatment goals for functional outcome, establishes appropriate treatment programs, and provides documentation of same.
• Administers diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests to determine the extent of the patient’s impairment and the prognosis for improvement.
• Carries out appropriate treatment modalities, and re‑evaluates the patient as needed, modifying the treatment plan based on patient progress.
• Provides objective, analytic documentation of patient care, patient/family education, and communication with other caregivers.
• Communicates effectively with medical/allied health personnel, regarding patient progress, needs, and discharge planning.
• Provides instruction in therapeutic procedures to be continued by patient and family.
• Assists in training new personnel as requested by manager.
• Provides guidance and direction to Physical Therapist Assistants, Aides, and affiliating students.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment programs, quality improvement initiatives, and safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Attends meetings as required.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in approved education programs, current literature, in‑service meetings and workshops.
• Maintains daily statistical records of patient activity and charges.
• Performs other work related duties as assigned or requested.

Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co‑workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.

Qualifications

• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy Program
• Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Current BLS

For PT Clinical Specialist, must meet all qualifications noted above, as well as the following:

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves as a clinical resource for rehabilitation staff in a focused area of clinical expertise; plans and conducts treatment programs for patients.
• Assists management in the planning, development, organization and supervision of the specified clinical specialty area.
  • Documentation of Specialist Certification.

Schedule Details : 40 Hours Per Week, Rotating Days/Eves, 8:30a-4:30p, 9a-5p, 9:30a-5:30p, 10a-6p, Every Other Weekend and Rotating Holidays

Organization

Cape Cod Hospital

Primary Location

Massachusetts-Hyannis

Department : CCH-Physical Therapy

Annual/Hourly : Hourly

Hiring Pay Range : $ 39.68 - $ 57.29

Pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value of Cape Cod Healthcare’s benefits package (if applicable), which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement. For annual salaries this is based on full-time employment.

Beware scam interview requests

Cape Cod Healthcare has been made aware of an instance in which a potential scammer has attempted to impersonate CCHC leadership and request chat interviews. Please note this is not our process and we will never direct you to interview solely through web-based chat. For any questions about available job opportunities or to learn more about our interview process please visit our careers page: https://www.capecodhealth.org/careers/