Bachelor's degree in physical therapy; Doctorate preferred
Minimum of 3 years of licensed PT experience
Previous Pediatric PT experience highly preferred
Physical Therapist license in the state of MA
Responsibilities
Perform complex diagnostic evaluations and verify appropriateness of referrals
Develop and implement individualized patient treatment programs
Recommend orthotics and adaptive equipment for patients with complex needs
Record assessments and treatment in patient medical records
Identify and develop clinical knowledge through professional organizations
Serve as a clinical instructor for student externship programs
Participate in departmental training and supervise assigned staff
Benefits
$5,000 sign-on bonus
M-F schedule with weekend and holiday rotation
Full Job Description
Job Posting Description
Position Summary We're looking for a dedicated and experienced full-time Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our Boston team!
Key Responsibilities
Performing complex diagnostic evaluations upon referral and by departmental and professional guidelines and standards. Verifying appropriateness of referral, contacting provider as necessary. Reviewing patient medical history/record and selecting, administering, and interpreting 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 administering appropriate physical therapy procedures and modalities. Preparing discharge plans and home treatment programs. Providing education to patients and families. Monitoring treatment outcomes, modifying programs as needed, and communicating recommendations to physicians and other providers.
Recommending orthotics, adaptive/assistive equipment, and technology for patients with complex, rare, or multiple dysfunctions. Integrates knowledge into clinical decision-making to meet specific treatment objectives. 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, monitors and evaluates effectiveness, and initiates modifications as needed.
Recording assessments, diagnoses, and treatment inpatient medical records according to established documentation standards. Prepares reports, correspondence, referrals, and other materials for schools, providers, payers, and others as needed. Assigning standardized billing codes and corresponding charges required for reimbursement.
Identifying and developing clinical knowledge and skills through participation in professional organizations, attending continuing education programs, peer review, and other related internal and external resources. Sharing knowledge gained from professional development activities with the department.
Serving as a clinical instructor in a departmental student externship program upon completing eligibility requirements. Planning learning objectives and arranging related clinical experiences. Monitoring performance, providing guidance and feedback, and preparing and conducting student evaluations.
May participate in departmental training and staff development programs. May supervise assigned direct reports, including physical therapist assistants (PTA) or rehab aides.
Minimum Qualifications Education:
Bachelor's degree in physical therapy, Doctorate in physical therapy preferred
Experience:
Minimum of 3 plus years of licensed PT experience required
Previous Pediatric PT experience highly preferred
Licensure/Certifications:
Physical Therapist license in the state of MA
New hires are eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus!
Schedule is M-F, with weekend and holiday rotation
About Boston Children's Hospital
Boston Children's Hospital is a 404-bed comprehensive center for pediatric health care. As one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the United States, Children's offers a complete range of health care services for children from birth through 21 years of age. Boston Children's Hospital is home to the world's largest research enterprise based at a pediatric hospital. More than 1,100 scientists, including nine members of the National Academy of Sciences, 11 on-staff members of the Institute of Medicine and 9 members of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. The hospital is also the primary pediatric teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School.
