Job Description
Job DescriptionPosition Overview
We are seeking a committed and skilled full-time Pediatric Physical Therapist to become a part of our team! This role is located in Needham, with complimentary parking available!
Primary Responsibilities
- Conducting comprehensive diagnostic evaluations based on referrals and adhering to departmental and professional standards. This includes verifying the appropriateness of referrals and contacting providers as necessary. Reviewing patient medical histories and selecting, administering, and interpreting both standardized and non-standardized assessments to evaluate patients’ functional status in areas such as cardiopulmonary, developmental, musculoskeletal, neurological, and sensorimotor functions. Utilizing this knowledge to inform clinical decisions and recommendations.
- Creating and executing personalized treatment plans for patients. Setting treatment objectives and applying suitable physical therapy techniques and modalities. Developing discharge plans and home care programs while educating patients and their families. Tracking treatment results, adjusting programs as necessary, and communicating findings to physicians and other healthcare providers.
- Advising on orthotics, adaptive/assistive devices, and technology for patients with complex or multiple dysfunctions. Integrating clinical knowledge to achieve specific treatment goals. Collaborating with equipment designers and vendors to address patient needs. Training patients, families, and caregivers on the use of prescribed orthotics and equipment, monitoring effectiveness, and making adjustments as required.
- Documenting assessments, diagnoses, and treatments in patient medical records in accordance with established documentation standards. Preparing reports, correspondence, referrals, and other necessary materials for schools, providers, payers, and others. Assigning standardized billing codes and corresponding charges for reimbursement purposes.
- Enhancing clinical knowledge and skills by engaging in professional organizations, attending continuing education programs, participating in peer reviews, and utilizing other relevant internal and external resources. Sharing insights gained from professional development with the department.
- Acting as a clinical instructor in the departmental student externship program upon meeting eligibility criteria. Planning educational objectives and coordinating related clinical experiences. Monitoring student performance, providing guidance and feedback, and conducting evaluations.
- Participating in departmental training and staff development initiatives as needed. May supervise assigned staff, including physical therapist assistants (PTA) or rehabilitation aides.
Essential Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy; Doctorate in Physical Therapy is preferred.
- Experience: A minimum of 3 years of licensed PT experience is required, with a preference for experience in Pediatrics, Sports, and Orthopedics.
- Licensure/Certifications: Must hold a Physical Therapist license in the state of MA.
Work Schedule
The work schedule is Monday through Friday.
Incentives
New hires are eligible for a sign-on bonus of $5,000!
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range posted reflects our organization's reasonable and good-faith expectation for compensation at the time of posting.
Base pay offers will vary based on skills, experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. Base pay is just one component of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible scheduling, affordable health, vision, and dental insurance, childcare and student loan assistance, generous paid time off, a 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, pension, tuition reimbursement, certain license and certification reimbursements, discounts on cell phone plans, and reduced rates on public transportation passes. Experience the rewards of passion and teamwork!