Physical Therapist, Rehab Inpatient

New England Baptist Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

New England Baptist Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist for inpatient rehabilitation. In this full-time role, you will provide PT services to inpatients, day surgery, and pre-operative patients as ordered, in line with department policies.

The position features a rotating shift with evenings and weekends. Required MA licensure or eligibility, BLS/Heart Saver, and a DPT or equivalent preferred; 1–3 years experience preferred, new grads welcome.

Qualifications

• Bachelor, Master or DPT preferred.
• MA licensure required or eligible.
• BLS/Heart Saver certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services to inpatients, day surgery patients, and pre-operative patients.
• Initiates assessment, develops treatment plans with measurable goals, and reassesses progress.
• Supervises staff and participates in clinical education and rounds.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patient assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

DPT

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.

Physical Therapist, Rehab Inpatient, Full time, Rotating Shift including evenings and weekends.

Provides Physical Therapy services to the hospital’s inpatients, day surgery patients, and pre-operative patients as per written orders within the established policies of this department and New England Baptist Hospital.

Job Description: Principal Duties and Essential Functions

• Upon receiving written orders, initiates the patient care process of assessment of the patient’s functional status and needs. This patient care process includes, but is not limited to, Formulation of patient diagnosis and prognosis based on evaluative findings and interpretation of these findings Development of an appropriate and specific treatment plan of care, complete with measurable, realistic, and timely goals Reassessment of progress as needed based on established timeframes, patient response to treatment, or change in status Formulation of discharge plan and ability to work with patient, patient family members, and other healthcare team members to successfully carryout discharge plan Documentation of patient evaluation, progress notes, re-evaluations, and discharge in a thoroughly and timely manner in the patient medical record
• Actively participates in walk rounds, verbal rounds and patient care team conferences when appropriate.
• Prepares daily patient charge records of treatments and supplies.
• Participates in the Clinical Education Program through the supervision and instruction of affiliating Physical Therapy students and interns.
• Supervises/Directs Physical Therapy Aides and Physical Therapy Assistants in performance of assigned tasks, when indicated.
• Participates in staff meetings, departmental groups aimed at improving clinical practice, and in-service education programs both inside and outside of the institution.
• Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills necessary for success in a multi-disciplinary, acute care hospital setting.
• Completes annual safety testing and departmental competencies.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education

• Bachelors, Masters or DPT preferred
• Licensure/Certification/Registration MA licensure American Heart Association BLS or Heart Saver Required

Work Experience

• 1-3 years of related work experience preferred.
• New grads welcome.

Pay Range

$39.50 - $55.31 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.

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