Physical Therapist, Weymouth 20 hours

Boston Children’s Hospital; Weymouth, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Free parking in Weymouth

Part-time benefits eligibility

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital is hiring a part-time Pediatric Physical Therapist (20 hours per week) at our Weymouth location with free parking. You’ll perform diagnostic evaluations, develop treatment plans, and educate patients and families while coordinating with physicians and care teams.

The role requires a MA PT license and at least 3 years of licensed PT experience, with pelvic health exposure preferred. Open Mon-Fri with flexible scheduling and a $2,500 sign-on bonus for new hires.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy required.
• Minimum of 3+ years of licensed PT experience.
• Active Massachusetts Physical Therapist licensure.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic evaluations and determine appropriate tests and measures.
• Develop and implement individualized PT treatment plans and goals.
• Recommend orthotics and assistive devices as needed and train patients.
• Document assessments and treatments per standards and billing codes.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Treatment planning

Patient education

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred

Job description

We're looking for a dedicated and experienced part-time 20 hour Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our team! This position is located at our Weymouth location - Free parking in Weymouth!!

Key Responsibilities

• Performing complex diagnostic evaluations upon referral and by departmental and professional guidelines and standards. Verifying appropriateness of referral, contacting provider as necessary. Reviewing patient medical history/record and selecting, administering, and interpreting 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 administering appropriate physical therapy procedures and modalities. Preparing discharge plans and home treatment programs. Providing education for patients and families. Monitoring treatment outcomes, modifying programs as needed, and communicating recommendations to physicians and other providers.
• Recommending orthotics, adaptive/assistive equipment, and technology for patients with complex, rare, or multiple dysfunctions. Integrates knowledge into clinical decision-making to meet specific treatment objectives. 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, monitors and evaluates effectiveness, and initiates modifications as needed.
• Recording assessments, diagnoses, and treatment inpatient medical records according to established documentation standards. Prepares reports, correspondence, referrals, and other materials for schools, providers, payers, and others as needed. Assigning standardized billing codes and corresponding charges required for reimbursement.
• Identifying and developing clinical knowledge and skills through participation in professional organizations, attending continuing education programs, peer review, and other related internal and external resources. Sharing knowledge gained from professional development activities with the department.
• Serving as a clinical instructor in a departmental student externship program upon completing eligibility requirements. Planning learning objectives and arranging related clinical experiences. Monitoring performance, providing guidance and feedback, and preparing and conducting student evaluations.
• May participate in departmental training and staff development programs. May supervise assigned direct reports, including physical therapist assistants (PTA) or rehab aides.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy, Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 3 plus years of licensed PT experience required
• Previous pelvic health experience ideal

Licensure

• Active Massachusetts Physical Therapist licensure

This position is eligible for part-time benefits New hires are eligible for a $2,500 sign on bonus!

Clinic is open M-F, schedule could vary depending on need