Physical Therapist / PT- Inpatient, Full time

Cambridge Health Alliance; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

Medical / Dental / Vision plans

403B plans

Job summary

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is seeking a dedicated physical therapist to join the inpatient acute care team at CHA Cambridge Hospital.

The PT will evaluate and treat patients in the acute care setting and participate in the same-day joint replacement program, with potential pediatric opportunities at nearby campuses.

MA PT licensure and AHA BLS certification are required; inpatient acute care or SNF experience is preferred, and new grads are welcome.

Qualifications

• MA PT licensure required.
• AHA BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients in inpatient acute care setting.
• Works with the same-day joint replacement program.
• Potential opportunities to provide care to pediatric patients on inpatient behavioral health units or CHA's PACE program.

Education

MA PT licensure

Job description

Location:CHA Cambridge Hospital

Work Days:weekdays with weekends as assigned

Category:Physical Therapy

Department:Rehab Cambridge

Job Type: Full time

Work Shift: Various Shifts

Hours/Week: 40.00

Union Name: Non Union

Cambridge Health Alliance is an innovative health system that provides high quality care in Cambridge, Somerville, Everett, Revere, and the surrounding Metro-North communities. It includes three hospitals, more than 20 primary care practices, and the Cambridge Public Health Department. With this unique model, the Alliance is able to offer quality health care, a diverse working environment, a premier training experience for those interested in community-based medicine, and a robust rehab student program.

We are looking for physical therapists who believe strongly in CHA’s mission, vision, and values:

Mission: To improve the health of our patients and communities.

Vision: Equity and excellence for everyone, every time.

Values: To Make a Positive Difference - Community, Integrity, Respect, Compassion, Learning, Excellence (CIRCLE).

This position is part of the multidisciplinary rehab team caring for patients at the Cambridge Hospital. The physical therapist evaluates and treats patients in the inpatient acute care setting as well as the same day joint replacement program. There are also potential opportunities to provide care to the pediatric population on the inpatient behavioral health units at the nearby Somerville Hospital campus or CHA’s PACE (Program for All-Inclusive Care for Elders) program.

Cambridge Hospital is conveniently located on T bus routes as well as being near subway stops on the Green and Red lines.

Qualifications/Requirements:

MA PT licensure and AHA BLS certification required; Inpatient acute care or SNF experience preferred. New grads considered

Benefit package includes:

• generous time off
• tuition reimbursement
• loan forgiveness through the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness program
• Medical / Dental / Vision plans
• 403B plans

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.