When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

　　Job Type:

　　Per Diem

　　Scheduled Hours:

　　Work Shift:

　　Day (United States of America)

　　Job Description:

　　Primary Responsibilities

　　Evaluates referred patients accurately using appropriate tests, measurements, and history.

　　Develops comprehensive treatment plans in conjunction with the patient and/or family and physician which is based on the evaluation results and includes the frequency and duration of treatment, long- and short-term goals, and expected functional outcomes.

　　Administers appropriate therapeutic techniques accurately and continuously monitors the patient's response to treatment, modifying the program as needed.

　　Assists in orientation, training, and supervision of physical therapist assistants, aides, students, and volunteers assigned to participate in patient care or departmental projects.

　　Documents patient care accurately and in a timely way in the medical record and as needed to facilitate continued care or billing.

　　Confers with the patient and/or family, referring physician, staff, vendors, or other facilities to facilitate or coordinate care, obtain patient equipment, or assist with discharge planning.

　　Maintains and enhances professional knowledge and skills through participation in continuing education programs, professional organizations, and/or review of professional literature.

　　Participates in departmental meetings, projects, and ongoing performance improvement activities.

　　Participates in in-services, rounds, orientations, and committees within the hospital and/or the community to advance understanding of Physical Therapy services and contribute to patient care and employee safety.

　　Required Qualifications

　　A Masters or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.

　　Current licensure to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

　　Good oral and written communications skills and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients and other healthcare providers.

　　Strong organization and time management skills to independently manage patient case load.

　　FLSA Status:

　　Non-Exempt

　　As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Learn more (https://www.bilh.org/newsroom/bilh-to-require-covid-19-influenza-vaccines-for-all-clinicians-staff-by-oct-31) about this requirement.

　　More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

　　Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled