Outpatient Physical Therapist per diem Position Available In Suffolk, Massachusetts

Job Description:

It takes a lot of very smart, hard-working and talented peopleto provide the level of care that we give to our patients. TuftsMedical Center is an internationally respected academic medicalcenter and we pride ourselves not only on the sophistication of thecare we deliver, but the compassionate way in which we provide it.

And that starts with our employees. Job Description Join our teamwhere we apply research and clinical expertise to delivercomprehensive outpatient services, including evaluation and ongoingtreatment for arthritis, back and neck pain, injuries andconditions affecting function and mobility. We are a team-oriented,collaborative group with the opportunity for you to learn from ourexperienced therapists who have special areas of interest includingpelvic health, sports rehab, vestibular, lymphedema, TMJ,pediatrics and many more! Our gym is open and welcoming, withplenty of space for our patients to exercise and focus on theirtreatment. At every appointment, you will provide care andexpertise that your patients need to get back to doing the thingsthey love! We are seeking a self-motivated Physical Therapist whois responsible for providing comprehensive, evidence-based care ina hospital-based outpatient clinic to join our team. The staffphysical therapist evaluates, develops and implements specifictreatment programs for individual patients according to theprinciples and practices of physical therapy.

Responsibilities:

Provides comprehensive evaluation and assessment of patient’sphysical status and functional mobility. Sets realistic short- andlong-term goals and plan of care related to patient’s physicaltherapy needs within the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular,cardiopulmonary, and integumentary systems. Demonstrates theability to carry out the appropriate treatment plan. Documentationand billing is accurate and reflective of services provided inaccordance with departmental guidelines. Perform job as describedby Outpatient Physical Therapy Competencies Supervises and mentorsstudents, PTAs and support staff. Qualifications Bachelor’s degreeis required, Masters or Doctorate preferred Current MassachusettsPhysical Therapy License required 1-2 years of clinical experienceis preferred, but not required Outpatient orthopaedic experience ispreferred. APTA membership is recommended.

Additional Requirements:

Must demonstrate interpersonal skills including communication,flexibility, time management, independence, teamwork, and maturityto operate effectively within a multi-disciplinary setting. Must bewilling and able to work effectively with a wide variety ofpatients with acute and long term disability. Must be capable oftreating independently. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transferspatients, supplies and equipment. Must be capable of providingphysical therapy intervention throughout the life span. Additionalinformation All your information will be kept confidentialaccording to EEO guidelines.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES STATEMENT

Must be able to perform all essential functions of this positionwith reasonable accommodation if disabled. The above statements areintended to describe the general nature and level of work beingperformed. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustivelist of all responsibilities, duties and skills required ofpersonnel so classified. Tufts Medical Center reserves the right tomodify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvementsand business necessity.

COVID-19 POLICY

Please note that effectiveOctober 1, 2021, as a condition of employment at Tufts MedicalCenter, all employees and new hires must have received theircomplete dose of the

COVID-19

vaccine, unless they have beengranted an exemption. Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated healthsystem bringing together the best of academic and communityhealthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible careexperiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of TuftsMedical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital,Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home – an expansivehome care network, and large integrated physician network. We arean equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion atTufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basisof race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability,genetic information, veteran status, national origin, genderidentity and/or expression, marital status or any othercharacteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We willensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonableaccommodation to participate in the job application or interviewprocess, to perform essential job functions, and to receive otherbenefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to requestaccommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org .