Physical Therapist, Waltham

Boston Children’s Hospital; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital in Waltham is looking for a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their pediatric rehabilitation team. The role involves conducting assessments, implementing treatment plans, and educating patients and families. A Bachelor's degree in physical therapy and a Massachusetts PT license are required, along with a supportive environment including a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $5,000

Free parking

Qualifications

• Minimum one to two years of previous PT experience ideal, pediatric hospital based experience preferred.
• Physical Therapist licensure in the state of MA is required.

Responsibilities

• Completing comprehensive physical therapy assessment for pediatric patients.
• Developing and implementing individualized patient treatment programs.
• Training families and caretakers in the use of prescribed orthotics/equipment.

Skills

Assessment skills

Patient education

Treatment planning

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy

Job description

Position Summary/Department Summary:
We are currently seeking a 40-hour Physical Therapist for our Waltham location. Be a part of our inter-disciplinary team and provide high-quality, rehabilitation for our pediatric patients. Our PTs help patients — from newborns to young adults — gain movement, strength, coordination, balance, and function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Completing comprehensive physical therapy assessment in alignment with department standards and guidelines for pediatric patients.
• Reviewing patient medical history/record and selects, administers, and interprets standardized and non-standardized tests and measurements to assess patients’ functional status related to cardiopulmonary, developmental, musculoskeletal, neurological, and sensorimotor function.
• Integrating knowledge into clinical decisions and recommendations
• Developing and implementing individualized patient treatment programs.
• Establishing treatment goals and administers appropriate physical therapy procedures and modalities
• Discharge plans and home treatment programs, and providing education to patients and families
• Recommending orthotics, adaptive/assistive equipment, and technology for patients with complex, rare, or multiple dysfunctions.
• Liaison with equipment designers and vendors regarding equipment specifications and patient needs.
• Training patients, families, and caretakers in the use/operation of prescribed orthotics/equipment, monitoring and evaluating effectiveness, and initiating modifications as needed.
• Recording assessments, diagnoses, and treatment inpatient medical records according to established documentation standards.
• Preparing reports, correspondence, referrals, and other materials for schools, providers, payers, and others as needed.
• Assigning standardized billing codes and corresponding charges required for reimbursement.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy

Experience:

• Minimum one to two years of previous PT experience ideal, pediatric hospital based experience preferred.

Licensure/Certifications:

• Physical Therapist licensure in the state of MA

New hires are eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus!

This position is at our Waltham site (free parking!). The schedule for this position is Tues – Sat.