Outpatient Physical Therapist - 24 hours/week, day shift
Beth Israel Lahey HealthAbout the role
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Description:
Position Summary
The Outpatient Physical Therapist evaluates a patient's mobility and motor assets and liabilities for functional performance. The Physical Therapist provides goal-directed, activity-oriented treatment to promote optimum independence in functional mobility and daily life tasks. As a member of the health care team, the physical therapist works closely with other rehabilitation disciplines, nursing, physicians, and case managers to provide patient-centered care. Patient/family and community education are essential components of this position.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate patients' mobility and motor function to assess functional performance
Develop and implement goal-directed, activity-oriented treatment plans
Promote optimum independence in functional mobility and daily life tasks
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care
Provide patient, family, and community education on physical therapy and rehabilitation
Maintain accurate and timely patient records
Stay current with best practices and emerging techniques in physical therapy
Qualifications Required
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program
Current Massachusetts Physical Therapy license
Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
Preferred
Experience in outpatient physical therapy settings
Additional certifications in specialized physical therapy techniques
Education and Experience
Graduate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program
Relevant clinical experience preferred
Licenses and Certifications
Current Massachusetts Physical Therapy license
Current BCLS certification
Skills
Excellent assessment and diagnostic skills
Strong treatment planning and implementation abilities
Effective communication and patient education skills
Proficiency in documentation and electronic health records
Ability to adapt treatment approaches to individual patient needs
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods
Capability to assist patients with mobility and transfers
Manual dexterity for hands-on patient care
Work Environment
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