Beth Israel Lahey Health

Physical Therapist – Inpatient Coverage

Beth Israel Lahey Health

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Burlington • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $40 - $55 per hour

Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

About the role

  • Examines patient using appropriate testing methods and instrumentation, appropriately records and interprets all findings, and identifies patient needs.
  • Formulates a detailed assessment based upon findings of the examination.
  • Develops treatment plan and patient outcomes, incorporating the input of the patient, their family and other health professionals.
  • Safely and effectively implements the treatment intervention.
  • Engages a high degree of patient motivation and cooperation in treatment, as evidenced by patient compliance with treatment intervention.
  • Provides patient/family education during therapy and in preparation for discharge.
  • Initiates discharge planning incorporating patient/family input in the education process.
  • Consults with other allied health professionals as needed.
  • Thoroughly and accurately maintains all medical record documentation in accordance with the department policy and procedures.
  • Attends internal and external educational programs.

Requirements

  • BS Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
  • Active MA Physical Therapy license OR Candidates for licensure who have submitted a complete and accepted application for licensure “BY EXAMINATION ONLY American Heart Association – Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
  • Knowledge of Physical Therapy theory and practice.
  • Ability to observe, assess and record objective findings, symptoms, reactions and progress.
  • Skills in critical judgement and thinking.
  • Ability to effectively communicate medical information, test results, diagnoses, and/or proposed treatment in a manner easily understood by the patient.
  • Clear and effective oral and written communication.
  • Knowledge of Physical Therapy services, facilities and equipment.
  • Ability to assess individual patient needs.
  • Skill in maintaining patient medical record.
  • Knowledge of range of therapy methods and techniques.
  • Ability to maintain quality, safety and/or infection control standards.
  • Ability to use independent judgement and to manage and impart confidential information.
Benefits
  • Flexible Scheduling – To support work-life balance.
  • 5 Paid Education Days + MedBridge Subscription – Time and access provided for CEU's
  • Mentorship Program – Receive personalized guidance from experienced clinicians.
  • Career Ladder for Advancement – Clear pathways for professional development and leadership.
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration – Partner daily with physicians, nurses, case managers, and specialists across orthopedics, internal medicine, neurology, cardiology, and transplant services.
  • Tuition Reimbursement – Invest in your future with financial support for further education.
  • Comprehensive Health & Dental Insurance
  • 403B Retirement Match
  • Generous Earned Time Policy
  • Free Parking (at both Burlington and Peabody locations)

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
Physical TherapyAssessmentTreatment PlanningPatient EducationMedical Record DocumentationCritical JudgementInfection ControlTherapy MethodsObjective Findings Recording
Soft skills
CommunicationPatient MotivationCooperationInterpersonal SkillsJudgementTeam Collaboration
Certifications
BS Physical TherapyMA Physical Therapy LicenseAmerican Heart Association - Basic Life Support (BLS)