Physical Therapist, Outpatient (South Bay Clinic)

Physical Therapist, Outpatient Location: Dorchester, MA (South Bay Clinic) Schedule: 40 hours per week, On-site Position Summary The Staff Physical Therapist conducts comprehensive assessments of patients in the outpatient setting with physical and functional deficits, planning and implementing physical therapy treatments to promote mobility, reduce pain, restore function, prevent permanent disability and restore independence, using various treatment techniques. Collaborates with other disciplines to arrange for appropriate follow-up care and facilitates a return to prior levels of home and work function. Provides student training according to departmental guidelines and participates in continuous education. Job Responsibilities Conduct physical therapy evaluation procedures according to professional and departmental guidelines. Establish treatment goals and plans that reflect the needs of the patients while meeting departmental, institutional, and third party reimbursement requirements. Implement comprehensive individual and group treatment. Consistently demonstrates clinical competence. Comply with departmental, institutional, and accrediting agency policies and standards. Show evidence of on-going professional growth and knowledge of regulations and standards. Participate in the development and evaluation of physical therapy programs. Collaborate with colleagues and other professionals to provide high quality patient care. Orient medical professional staff and the community to physical therapy. Supervise physical therapy students. Job Requirements Education: Bachelor’s / Master’s or equivalent in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution by time of hire. Licenses and Certifications: Current Commonwealth of Massachusetts license or ability to obtain license by time of hire. APTA and MCAPTA membership preferred. Current CPR certification by time of hire. Experience: New grads welcome; experienced therapists encouraged to apply. Knowledge and Skills: Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients, families and various members of the health care team. Analytical abilities sufficient to evaluate patients’ condition, capabilities and progress to develop appropriate treatment programs. About the Department Boston Medical Center outpatient department has three facilities in and around Boston. The Dorchester location is conveniently located in the South Bay shopping center and is our largest facility. Our Hyde Park location services our patients south of Boston and our Winthrop location provides care to our patients north and east of the city. Compensation Range: $37.50–$54.33 per hour. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, discretionary annual bonuses, merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being. Equal Opportunity Employer . Please contact Talent Acquisition for accommodations related to medical condition or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co