Physical Therapist, Waltham​/Lexington

Position Summary/Department Summary

We are currently seeking a 40-hour Physical Therapist for a 50/50 split position between our Waltham and Lexington locations (Free parking!). Be a part of our inter-disciplinary team and provide high-quality, rehabilitation for our pediatric patients. Our PTs help patients — from newborns to young adults — gain movement, strength, coordination, balance, and function.

• Completing comprehensive physical therapy assessment in alignment with department standards and guidelines for pediatric patients.
• Reviewing patient medical history/record and selects, administers, and interprets standardized and non-standardized tests and measurements to assess patients’ functional status related to cardiopulmonary, developmental, musculoskeletal, neurological, and sensorimotor function.
• Integrating knowledge into clinical decisions and recommendations
• Developing and implementing individualized patient treatment programs.
• Establishing treatment goals and administers appropriate physical therapy procedures and modalities
• Discharge plans and home treatment programs, and providing education to patients and families
• Recommending orthotics, adaptive/assistive equipment, and technology for patients with complex, rare, or multiple dysfunctions.
• Liaison with equipment designers and vendors regarding equipment specifications and patient needs.
• Training patients, families, and caretakers in the use/operation of prescribed orthotics/equipment, monitoring and evaluating effectiveness, and initiating modifications as needed.
• Recording assessments, diagnoses, and treatment inpatient medical records according to established documentation standards.
• Preparing reports, correspondence, referrals, and other materials for schools, providers, payers, and others as needed.
• Assigning standardized billing codes and corresponding charges required for reimbursement.

• Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy

• Minimum of one to two years of previous PT experience ideal, pediatric hospital-based experience preferred.

• Physical Therapist licensure in the state of MA

Schedule is M-F

New Hires are eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus!