Physical Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Full-Time Physical Therapist (PT) – In-House Rehab Team!  

Location: Fairhaven, MA

Position: Full-Time (FT) 

Setting: In-House Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) 

Say Goodbye to Contract Company Burnout!  

Are you a passionate Physical Therapist who loves working with the geriatric population but is tired of unrealistic productivity metrics and endless corporate red tape? 

At  Royal Fairhaven , we do things differently. We are proud to operate a 100% in-house therapy department . That means you work directly for our facility, collaborating closely with a dedicated interdisciplinary team that prioritizes patient outcomes over corporate quotas. Come build meaningful relationships with your patients and actually enjoy going to work! 

What You’ll Be Doing:  

As our full-time PT, you will lead the charge in restoring mobility, strength, and confidence for our residents. 

• Evaluate & Treat: Provide comprehensive functional assessments and design targeted, evidence-based treatment plans to address mobility, balance, gait, and pain management. 

• Innovate: Implement specialized programs (like fall prevention and joint replacement recovery) to ensure our patients achieve their highest possible level of independence and success. 

• Collaborate: Lead and partner seamlessly with our highly skilled Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), alongside OTs, SLPs, and nursing teams, to deliver cohesive clinical care. 

• Educate: Empower patients and their families with the physical tools and knowledge needed for safe discharges and active community integration. 

• Document: Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with state, federal, and facility guidelines. 

What You Bring to the Table:  

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT preferred). 

• Licensure: Active (or pending) state PT license in MA. 

• Experience: Previous experience in a SNF or adult rehab setting is a plus, but a collaborative mindset and passion for patient care are what matter most. 

• Skills: Strong clinical reasoning, leadership capabilities, empathy, and excellent communication skills. 

Why You’ll Love Working With Us (The Perks!):  

Because we are in-house, we invest directly in  YOU . 

•   Competitive Salary: Commensurate with your experience. 

• ⚖️  Realistic Expectations: Ethical, manageable productivity standards. 

•   Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. 

• ️  Generous PTO: Paid time off and paid holidays to support your work-life balance. 
•   Culture: A supportive, family-like environment where your voice actually matters. 

Ready to Make a Difference?  

If you are ready to practice therapy the way it was meant to be practiced, we want to meet you! 

Send your resume directly to  View email address on ziprecruiter.com with the subject line:  'In-House PT - Fairhaven' .