PT - Physical Therapist

Elderwood Administrative Services; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits package

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Continuing education opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team in West Roxbury, MA. You will evaluate residents, develop individualized care plans, and provide skilled PT to improve mobility and independence in a geriatric population.

Join our interdisciplinary team and collaborate with PTAs, nursing staff, and providers while maintaining accurate documentation and contributing to discharge planning and resident progress.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program required.
• Current Massachusetts license to practice as a Physical Therapist required.
• CPR/BLS certification preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized plans of care.
• Provide skilled physical therapy interventions to improve mobility and function.
• Collaborate with PTAs, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team.
• Document assessments and treatment progress per regulatory standards.
• Participate in discharge planning and resident care planning.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Geriatric care

Education

Massachusetts physical therapy license

Job description

Salary

$ 44 / hr - $ 55.80 / hr

Overview

Physical Therapist (PT)

Restore Mobility. Build Confidence. Help Residents Rediscover Independence.

At West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center, rehabilitation is about more than improving strength or completing exercises — it's about helping residents regain the mobility, confidence, and independence they need to participate in the activities and routines that matter most. We are seeking a compassionate and clinically driven Physical Therapist (PT) to join our rehabilitation team. In this role, you'll provide skilled physical therapy services, develop individualized treatment plans, and work closely with residents to help them achieve meaningful functional goals.

West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center is a 76-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in West Roxbury, Massachusetts, providing Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care, along with specialized support including hospice care and respite care. Our interdisciplinary team provides personalized nursing care, rehabilitation services, and clinical support while creating a welcoming environment centered on resident dignity, comfort, and quality of life. As a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, you'll collaborate with Physical Therapist Assistants, nursing staff, providers, and other healthcare professionals to support resident progress, promote safe mobility, and improve quality of life through personalized care.

Why Join Our Team?

At West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center, our rehabilitation professionals are valued members of the care team. As a Physical Therapist, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Build meaningful relationships with residents and their families
• Provide individualized therapy focused on functional progress and quality of life
• Work with both Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care residents
• Evaluate and treat a diverse range of orthopedic, neurological, and functional mobility needs
• Collaborate closely with Physical Therapist Assistants and an interdisciplinary care team
• Participate in resident care planning and discharge planning
• Grow your clinical skills through continuing education and professional development
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents every day

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Full Medical Benefits Package: Medical, Vision, Dental, Prescription, and more!
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Benefits
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Continuing Education & Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Opportunities for Professional Growth
• Supportive Interdisciplinary Team Environment
• Meaningful Work Supporting Resident Care

Join a Team That Puts CARE Back Into Healthcare

At West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center, our values of Performance, Integrity, Transparency, Respect, and Communication guide how we care for our residents and support our team members. Our Physical Therapists are more than providers of therapy services — they are partners in helping residents regain mobility, rebuild confidence, maintain independence, and achieve meaningful goals throughout their rehabilitation journey.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

As a Physical Therapist, you will evaluate residents, develop individualized plans of care, and provide skilled physical therapy interventions designed to improve mobility, strength, balance, safety, and functional independence.

Physical Therapist Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and assessments based on resident needs
• Develop individualized treatment plans and measurable therapy goals in accordance with physician orders
• Provide skilled physical therapy treatments within the scope of practice and established plan of care
• Treat residents with a variety of orthopedic, neurological, and functional mobility needs
• Help residents improve strength, balance, coordination, endurance, mobility, gait, and functional abilities
• Implement therapeutic exercises, functional activities, gait training, balance interventions, and other appropriate treatment approaches
• Monitor resident response to treatment and modify interventions as clinically appropriate
• Evaluate resident progress and make recommendations regarding continued therapy, discharge, or maintenance needs
• Provide education to residents, families, and caregivers regarding exercises, mobility strategies, safety, and discharge recommendations
• Collaborate with Physical Therapist Assistants regarding treatment plans, resident progress, and clinical recommendations
• Participate in resident care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Participate in discharge planning and provide recommendations to support successful transitions
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Communicate resident progress, changes in condition, and treatment recommendations to appropriate members of the care team
• Provide clinical direction and support to Physical Therapist Assistants as appropriate
• Assist with maintaining a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment
• Participate in continuing education, in-service training, and departmental meetings
• Maintain resident confidentiality, privacy, and dignity in all interactions
• Follow all safety, infection control, and regulatory standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Our Physical Therapists have the opportunity to work with residents experiencing a variety of rehabilitation needs, including:

• Orthopedic recovery
• Post-surgical rehabilitation
• Stroke and neurological recovery
• Balance and fall prevention
• Strength and endurance deficits
• Mobility and gait impairments
• General geriatric strengthening and mobility
• Functional decline
• Long-Term Care maintenance therapy needs
• Quality-of-life and independence-focused goals

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Qualifications

What We're Looking For

Physical Therapist Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program required
• Current Massachusetts license to practice as a Physical Therapist required
• Current CPR/BLS certification required
• Long-term care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation experience preferred
• Experience working with geriatric and subacute rehabilitation populations preferred
• Strong clinical reasoning, evaluation, and treatment planning skills
• Ability to develop and implement individualized plans of care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Ability to provide clinical direction and support to Physical Therapist Assistants as appropriate
• Compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused approach to care
• Passion for helping residents achieve meaningful functional goals
• Ability to meet applicable state and federal regulatory requirements

• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors.In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.