Sports & Orthopedic Physical Therapist | Lead Clinician

South Shore Health; Hanson (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with sports and orthopedic conditions. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal care and outcomes, and supervise rehab aides and students as needed.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, accurate documentation, patient education, and a commitment to professional development and safety within a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• BS, MS or DPT from accredited physical therapy school.
• Massachusetts license to practice Physical Therapy (PT) is required.
• Previous clinical experience/rehabilitation experience preferred; orthopedic rehabilitation experience desirable.
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive evaluations, re-evaluations and treatments through discharge.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care with measurable goals.
• Coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient care and outcomes.
• Supervise rehab aides and students as needed and ensure documentation accuracy.
• Maintain patient safety and adhere to infection control standards.

Skills

BLS

Education

BS, MS or DPT from accredited physical therapy school

Job description

South Shore Health seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with sports and orthopedic conditions. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal care and outcomes, and supervise rehab aides and students as needed.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, accurate documentation, patient education, and a commitment to professional development and safety within a busy clinical setting.