Physical Therapist-Inpatient
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. 8a-630 p. ; every other weekend and holiday Job Description:Main Function: Acute inpatient position to work as part of an interdisciplinary team performing evaluations, developing a plan of care, and providing treatment for patients requiring Physical Therapy services with a wide variety of diagnoses.
Provide patient, family and care giver education.
Complete all documentation to ensure accurate and timely information.
Candidate should demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and flexibility.
Additional qualities include: excellent interpersonal and communication skills, organizational skills, and problem solving skills.
Required Experience: BS from an accredited Physical Therapy program at a minimum.
New grads are welcome to apply with relevant clinical fieldwork/experience.
Current MA license and CPR certification required.
Pay Range: $35.
53 - $61.
67This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time.
The pay range for this position is established and governed by the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Employees hired into this position will receive compensation consistent with the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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) as a condition of employment.
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
Physical Therapist II
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
**When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.** A Physical Therapist II (PT II) is autonomously responsible for examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention and discharge planning for the PT needs of patients who have potential for functional impairments, limitations and disabilities and are referred to physical therapy. Additional responsibilities of a PT II include independence in practice across multiple diagnostic groups, and supervision of affiliating students.
**Job Description:**
**Essential Responsibilities:**
1. Evaluate patients to include: determining appropriateness of referral, medical history review, examination, identifying diagnosis, prognosis, and plan of care.
2. Discuss findings and plan of care with patient. Implement the plan of care using therapeutic procedures, equipment devices, teaching interventions, and ongoing collaboration and referral to additional health care providers to achieve patient's goals and optimize function.
3. .Regularly re-evaluate patient status, review the plan of care and make necessary modifications to plan of care and discharge plan based on the patient's subjective or objective response to determine if goals are being met.
4. Perform teaching responsibilities including but not limited to: teaching patients and families, preparing and presenting in-services, and educational lectures in and outside of the department. Serve as a mentor and/or resource for teaching and supervising less experienced therapists, therapist assistants, students, rehab aides, practice assistants, and support personnel in patient care activities.
5. Demonstrate initiative, seek opportunities and set professional goals in areas of teaching, quality assurance, performance improvement and research. Continue to learn from more experienced clinicians. Support an environment of idea sharing and exchange of feedback with staff across the service and department.
**Required Qualifications:**
1. Bachelor's degree required in Physical Therapy. Doctoral degree preferred in Physical Therapy
2. License required: Physical Therapist License,Certificate 1 required: Basic Life Support
3. 1-3 years related work experience required.
4. Basic familiarity with computers. Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
1. APTA membership.
**Competencies:**
1. **Written Communications:** Ability to summarize and communicate in English moderately complex information in varied written formats to internal and external customers.
2. **Oral Communications:** Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.
3. **Knowledge:** Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.
4. **Team Work:** Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members.
5. **Customer Service:** Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
**Age based Competencies:**
Employees in this job must be competent to provide patient care to the following age groups: Young adult: 16-30 years, Middle Age: 30 - 60 years, Elderly: 60 -.
**Physical Nature of the Job:**
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Job is physical in nature and employee needs to stand and/or move around through the majority of their shift.
**Pay Range:**
$42.12 - $58.98
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
**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) as a condition of employment.**
**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**
Physical Therapist I
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
**When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.** Job Summary: A Physical Therapist I (PT I) is autonomously responsible for examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention and discharge planning for the physical therapy needs of patients who have potential for functional impairments, limitations and disabilities and are referred to physical therapy.
**Job Description:**
**Essential Responsibilities:**
1. Evaluate patients to include: determining appropriateness of referral, medical history review, examination, identifying diagnosis, prognosis and plan of care. Discuss findings with patient and establish plan of care in collaboration with patient, family, supports and medical team as appropriate.
2. Implement the plan of care using therapeutic procedures, equipment devices, teaching interventions, and ongoing collaboration and referral to additional health care providers to achieve patients goals and optimize function.
3. Review the plan of care and the patient's subjective or objective response to determine if goals/objectives are being attained. Re-evaluate patient status, review the plan of care and make necessary modifications to plan of care as necessary. Regularly updates or restates discharge plan.
4. Manages a defined caseload and performs all administrative responsibilities including but not limited to: assessing competence and supervision of technical and support staff, data collection and record keeping e.g. billing, face-time sheets, QAI activities, participation on all hospital and departmental committees as requested, and attendance at department meetings and in-services as required.
5. Perform all teaching responsibilities including but not limited to: teaching patients and families, orienting support staff, preparing and presenting clinical in-services, and providing interdepartmental in-service educational lectures. Responsible for supervision of physical therapist assistants, allied health/professional coop students, rehab aides, and practice assistants.
**Required Qualifications:**
1. Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required. Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy preferred.
2. License Physical Therapist License required., and Certificate 1 Basic Life Support required.
3. 0-1 years related work experience required.
4. New graduates, who have submitted a complete and accepted application for licensure, and out of state licensed physical therapists are expected to obtain Massachusetts license within 3-6 months of hire date. Will need to work under the direct clinical supervision by a licensed physical therapist and have all notes co-signed until license has been obtained.
5. Basic familiarity with computers. Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
1. APTA membership
**Competencies:**
1. **Decision Making:** Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.
2. **Problem Solving:** Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.
3. **Independence of Action:** Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.
4. **Written Communications:** Ability to summarize and communicate in English moderately complex information in varied written formats to internal and external customers.
5. **Oral Communications:** Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.
6. **Knowledge:** Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.
7. **Team Work:** Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members.
8. **Customer Service:** Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
**Age based Competencies:**
Employees in this job must be competent to provide patient care to the following age groups: Young adult: 16-30 years, Middle Age: 30 - 60 years, Elderly: 60 -.
**Physical Nature of the Job:**
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Job is physical in nature and employee needs to stand and/or move around through the majority of their shift.
**Pay Range:**
$40.50 - $55.60
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
**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) as a condition of employment.**
**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**
Physical Therapist II
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.Job Summary: LOCATED IN LEXINGTON 482 BEDFORD STREET A Physical Therapist II (PT II) is autonomously responsible for examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention and discharge planning for the PT needs of patients who have potential for functional impairments, limitations and disabilities and are referred to physical therapy. Additional responsibilities of a PT II include independence in practice across multiple diagnostic groups, and supervision of affiliating students.
Job Description:Essential Responsibilities: Evaluate patients to include: determining appropriateness of referral, medical history review, examination, identifying diagnosis, prognosis, and plan of care.Discuss findings and plan of care with patient. Implement the plan of care using therapeutic procedures, equipment devices, teaching interventions, and ongoing collaboration and referral to additional health care providers to achieve patient's goals and optimize function..Regularly re-evaluate patient status, review the plan of care and make necessary modifications to plan of care and discharge plan based on the patient's subjective or objective response to determine if goals are being met.Perform teaching responsibilities including but not limited to: teaching patients and families, preparing and presenting in-services, and educational lectures in and outside of the department. Serve as a mentor and/or resource for teaching and supervising less experienced therapists, therapist assistants, students, rehab aides, practice assistants, and support personnel in patient care activities.Demonstrate initiative, seek opportunities and set professional goals in areas of teaching, quality assurance, performance improvement and research. Continue to learn from more experienced clinicians. Support an environment of idea sharing and exchange of feedback with staff across the service and department.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree required in Physical Therapy. Doctoral degree preferred in Physical Therapy License required: Physical Therapist License,Certificate 1 required: Basic Life Support1-3 years related work experience required.Basic familiarity with computers. Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.Preferred Qualifications:APTA membership.Competencies:Written Communications:Ability to summarize and communicate in English moderately complex information in varied written formats to internal and external customers.Oral Communications:Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.Knowledge:Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.Team Work:Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members.Customer Service:Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.Age based Competencies: Employees in this job must be competent to provide patient care to the following age groups: Young adult: 16-30 years, Middle Age: 30 - 60 years, Elderly: 60 -.Physical Nature of the Job:Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Job is physical in nature and employee needs to stand and/or move around through the majority of their shift. Pay Range: $42.12 - $58.98The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.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) as a condition of employment.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
physical therapist I
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
**When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.** Job Summary: A Physical Therapist I (PT I) is autonomously responsible for examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention and discharge planning for the physical therapy needs of patients who have potential for functional impairments, limitations and disabilities and are referred to physical therapy.
**Job Description:**
**Essential Responsibilities:**
1. Evaluate patients to include: determining appropriateness of referral, medical history review, examination, identifying diagnosis, prognosis and plan of care. Discuss findings with patient and establish plan of care in collaboration with patient, family, supports and medical team as appropriate.
2. Implement the plan of care using therapeutic procedures, equipment devices, teaching interventions, and ongoing collaboration and referral to additional health care providers to achieve patients goals and optimize function.
3. Review the plan of care and the patient's subjective or objective response to determine if goals/objectives are being attained. Re-evaluate patient status, review the plan of care and make necessary modifications to plan of care as necessary. Regularly updates or restates discharge plan.
4. Manages a defined caseload and performs all administrative responsibilities including but not limited to: assessing competence and supervision of technical and support staff, data collection and record keeping e.g. billing, face-time sheets, QAI activities, participation on all hospital and departmental committees as requested, and attendance at department meetings and in-services as required.
5. Perform all teaching responsibilities including but not limited to: teaching patients and families, orienting support staff, preparing and presenting clinical in-services, and providing interdepartmental in-service educational lectures. Responsible for supervision of physical therapist assistants, allied health/professional coop students, rehab aides, and practice assistants.
**Required Qualifications:**
1. Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required. Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy preferred.
2. License Physical Therapist License required., and Certificate 1 Basic Life Support required.
3. 0-1 years related work experience required.
4. New graduates, who have submitted a complete and accepted application for licensure, and out of state licensed physical therapists are expected to obtain Massachusetts license within 3-6 months of hire date. Will need to work under the direct clinical supervision by a licensed physical therapist and have all notes co-signed until license has been obtained.
5. Basic familiarity with computers. Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
1. APTA membership
**Competencies:**
1. **Decision Making:** Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.
2. **Problem Solving:** Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.
3. **Independence of Action:** Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.
4. **Written Communications:** Ability to summarize and communicate in English moderately complex information in varied written formats to internal and external customers.
5. **Oral Communications:** Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.
6. **Knowledge:** Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.
7. **Team Work:** Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members.
8. **Customer Service:** Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
**Age based Competencies:**
Employees in this job must be competent to provide patient care to the following age groups: Young adult: 16-30 years, Middle Age: 30 - 60 years, Elderly: 60 -.
**Physical Nature of the Job:**
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Job is physical in nature and employee needs to stand and/or move around through the majority of their shift.
**Pay Range:**
$40.50 - $54.51
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
**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) as a condition of employment.**
**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**
physical therapist I
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.Job Summary: A Physical Therapist I (PT I) is autonomously responsible for examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention and discharge planning for the physical therapy needs of patients who have potential for functional impairments, limitations and disabilities and are referred to physical therapy.
Job Description:Essential Responsibilities: Evaluate patients to include: determining appropriateness of referral, medical history review, examination, identifying diagnosis, prognosis and plan of care. Discuss findings with patient and establish plan of care in collaboration with patient, family, supports and medical team as appropriate.Implement the plan of care using therapeutic procedures, equipment devices, teaching interventions, and ongoing collaboration and referral to additional health care providers to achieve patients goals and optimize function.Review the plan of care and the patient's subjective or objective response to determine if goals/objectives are being attained. Re-evaluate patient status, review the plan of care and make necessary modifications to plan of care as necessary. Regularly updates or restates discharge plan.Manages a defined caseload and performs all administrative responsibilities including but not limited to: assessing competence and supervision of technical and support staff, data collection and record keeping e.g. billing, face-time sheets, QAI activities, participation on all hospital and departmental committees as requested, and attendance at department meetings and in-services as required.Perform all teaching responsibilities including but not limited to: teaching patients and families, orienting support staff, preparing and presenting clinical in-services, and providing interdepartmental in-service educational lectures. Responsible for supervision of physical therapist assistants, allied health/professional coop students, rehab aides, and practice assistants.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required. Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy preferred. License Physical Therapist License required., and Certificate 1 Basic Life Support required.0-1 years related work experience required.New graduates, who have submitted a complete and accepted application for licensure, and out of state licensed physical therapists are expected to obtain Massachusetts license within 3-6 months of hire date. Will need to work under the direct clinical supervision by a licensed physical therapist and have all notes co-signed until license has been obtained.Basic familiarity with computers. Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.Preferred Qualifications:APTA membership Competencies:Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.Independence of Action: Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.Written Communications: Ability to summarize and communicate in English moderately complex information in varied written formats to internal and external customers.Oral Communications: Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.Team Work: Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members.Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.Age based Competencies: Employees in this job must be competent to provide patient care to the following age groups: Young adult: 16-30 years, Middle Age: 30 - 60 years, Elderly: 60 -.Physical Nature of the Job:Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Job is physical in nature and employee needs to stand and/or move around through the majority of their shift. Pay Range: $40.50 - $54.51The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.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) as a condition of employment.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
Physical Therapist - Inpatient
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
**When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.** Inpatient Physical Therapist Burlington Lahey Hospital & Medical Center - Exceeding our patients' high expectations for service each day.
Are you a skilled physical therapist with a passion for inpatient care and complex medical cases? Join our team at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, a nationally recognized Level 1 teaching hospital, where innovation, collaboration, and professional growth are at the heart of everything we do.
What Sets Us Apart:
-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
About the Role:
We're seeking a dedicated inpatient physical therapist to join our team of highly skilled professionals. Our therapists specialize in treating patients with acute neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, and multi-system conditions across the acute care continuum.
Acute care presents unique challenges as patients are often medically complex, with rapidly changing conditions that require quick clinical decision-making, strong communication skills, and adaptability. Therapists must balance early mobilization with medical stability, navigate discharge planning, and collaborate closely with the medical team to ensure safe, effective, and timely care.
You'll work side-by-side with a multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated, evidence-based, and patient-centered care that makes a meaningful difference in patients' recovery and outcomes.
Whether you're a new graduate or an experienced clinician, you'll find a supportive team and a culture that encourages growth, innovation, and excellence.
Why Lahey?
As a nationally recognized Level 1 teaching hospital, Lahey fosters a culture of continuous learning and interdisciplinary collaboration. Our inpatient physical therapy department plays a critical role in helping patients recover from complex medical events. Through close coordination with the medical team, we develop effective discharge plans that support patients in returning to their highest level of function.
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Under the supervision of the manager and working within their scope of practice as part of a multidisciplinary team, the Physical Therapist I assesses, plans, organizes, and participates in rehabilitative programs that improve or restore physical function, alleviate pain and prevent dysfunction in patients with impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or changes in physical function and health status from injury, disease or other causes.
**Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:**
**1) Patient Care Examination:**
▪ 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. Ensures that the plan and outcomes are functional, time-based, and measurable, and incorporates diagnosis, prognosis, physical/mental status and anticipated lifestyles.
**2) Treatment Planning and Intervention:**
▪ Safely and effectively implements the treatment intervention. Applies sound clinical judgment and skill.
▪ 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.
▪ Conducts ongoing assessments of the patient's status and revises treatment intervention, goals & outcomes as appropriate.
**3) Discharge Planning:**
▪ Initiates discharge planning. Incorporates patient/family input in the education process. Participates in multidisciplinary patient care planning.
▪ Consults with other allied health professionals as needed.
▪ Discontinues unproductive treatment to patients where indicated. Transfers patient to nursing or other appropriate staff when physical therapy services are no longer required, or when the patient has achieved their treatment goals and outcomes.
▪ Documents discharge summary per department policy.
**4) Patient Care Documentation:**
▪ Thoroughly and accurately maintains all medical record documentation in accordance with the department policy and procedures.
▪ Documents the initial evaluation, daily treatment notes, reassessments and discharge summaries in the medical record according to the standards defined in the department policy and procedure.
**5) Productivity / statistics**
▪ Meets department standards for productivity.
▪ Delegates tasks to support staff when appropriate.
▪ Daily statistics are completed by the end of the business day in accordance with the department policy.
▪ Applies a thorough knowledge of Quality Improvement Initiatives within the department and organization, and assists in data collection.
**6) Training, Education, and Information Sharing**
▪ Attends internal and external educational programs and reads appropriate professional journals, in order to maintain and enhance Physical Therapy skills and clinical outcomes.
▪ Shares knowledge and skills with co-workers.
**7) Career Development**
▪ Develops and maintains physical therapy skills and knowledge of Lahey Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder as described in the "Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder Documentation".
**8) Organizational Requirements:**
▪ Maintains strict adherence to the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Confidentiality Policy.
▪ Incorporates Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Guiding Principles, Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.
▪ Complies with all Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Policies. Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Hospital and Medical Center.
▪ Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
▪ Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
▪ Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards.
▪ Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
▪ Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
▪ Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Education: BS Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
Licensure, Certification, Registration:
+ 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.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
● Knowledge of Physical Therapy theory and practice.
● Ability to observe, assess and record objecitve 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.
Experience: None
**Pay Range:**
$39.50 - $55.31
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
**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) as a condition of employment.**
**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**
Home Health Physical Therapist
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Positions available in the North Shore, Woburn/North Central, and Greater Boston areas Job Description:What You'll Do: The physical therapist plans, organizes, collaborates and directs home care services.
The professional therapist builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities in accordance with home care regulations and payer guidelines.
More Specifically:Coordinate care for assigned patient caseload including but not limited to: delegating to and supervising of PTA staff (if applicable), processing patient condition change visits, and completing OASIS time points.
Complete and document an initial assessment of patient and family to determine home care needs.
Provide a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es) and develop a patient-specific plan of care to establish goals incorporating therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative actions by including the patient and the family in the planning process.
Initiate the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
Initiate appropriate preventive and rehabilitative therapy procedures.
Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
Communicate with the physician regarding patient needs and report any changes in patient condition; obtain/receive physician's orders as required.
Practice confidentiality principles set by the agency and federal HIPAA guidelines.
Demonstrate proficiency in OASIS completion; complete documentation in accordance with agency timeliness policies.
What You'll Need:Degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy; DPT preferred.
Current valid Massachusetts Physical Therapist license;Active American Health Association BLS certification;2+ years of physical therapy experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health or home care;OASIS experience is preferred.
What You'll Get:A highly competitive salary & benefits package, including generous PTO, 403(b), and tuition reimbursement;A reasonable geographic territory with strong clinical support resources;A highly inclusive, diverse team that values the input of all staff to provide excellent patient care.
Pay Range: $80,080.
00 USD - $112,132.
80 USDThe pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time.
Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.
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) as a condition of employment.
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
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Patients referred for Physical Therapy services are evaluated and treated in an effective, efficient, and caring manner. Information about patient treatment is communicated in oral and/or written form in a concise, informative, and timely way and accordance with all regulatory requirements.
Support staff or students participating in the care of the patient are supervised to assure the appropriateness and effectiveness of care.
Job Description:Essential Duties & Responsibilities (including but not limited to): 1.
Evaluates referred patients for age-appropriate behavior, motor skills, and physiological norms accurately using appropriate tests, measurements, and history.
2.
Develops comprehensive treatment plans in conjunction with the patient and/or family and physician which are based on the evaluation results and include the frequency and duration of treatment, long- and short-term goals, and expected functional outcomes.
3.
Administers therapeutic techniques appropriate to the patient population and accurately and continuously monitors the patient's response to treatment, modifying the program as needed.
4.
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 planning5.
Adapts communication techniques to the patient population (hearing/vision/cognitive abilities).
6.
Documents patient care accurately and in a timely way in the medical record and as needed to facilitate continued care or billing.
7.
Assists in orientation, training, and supervision of physical therapist assistants, aides, students, and volunteers assigned to participate in patient care or departmental projects.
8.
Maintains and enhances professional knowledge and skills through participation in continuing education programs, professional organizations, and/or review of professional literature.
9.
Participates in departmental meetings, projects, and ongoing performance improvement activities.
Minimum Qualifications: 1.
A Masters or Doctorate in physical therapy.
2.
Current licensure to practice physical therapy from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
3.
Good oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients and other healthcare providers.
4.
Strong organization and time management skills to independently manage patient caseload.
5.
Ability to attend to detail more than 70% of the work time.
Physical Requirements & Environment: 1.
Normal hospital and clinic environment.
2.
Works in all Physical Therapy areas of the hospital on occasional weekends and holidays on a rotating basis3.
Ability to walk and stand for up to 80% of work time, push and pull heavy weights (including patients) and lift 50 lbs as needed.
4.
Ability to lift and transfer patients and guard patients during ambulation.
5.
Ability to grasp and perform fine hand manipulation and repetitive hand movements for more than 50% of the time.
6.
Occasional exposure to blood/body fluids and infectious diseases.
7.
Complies with precautions, as defined by Infection Control staff, in patients/materials requiring isolation.
Pay Range: $39.
50 - $55.
31The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time.
Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.
Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
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) as a condition of employment.
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
Lymphedema Specialist - Physical Therapist
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Lymphedema Therapist to join our interdisciplinary team at our outpatient Burlington clinic.
The ideal candidate is a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) who has successfully completed training with a certified lymphedema training course (i.
e.
Klose Training, Norton Training etc).
The position of CLT at our clinic includes evaluating and treating patients with lymphedema of the upper extremities, lower extremities, head/neck, breast and genitals.
This includes guiding patients through Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) and working with the patient to establish their lymphedema maintenance program after treatment, including measuring for custom and ready-to-wear garments, developing appropriate home exercise programs, and assisting in the process of obtaining specialized equipment such as pneumatic compression pumps.
This is an opportunity to make a significant impact by providing expert, patient-centered care and improving the quality of life for individuals with lymphedema and related conditions.
We collaborate closely with other hospital departments and foster teamwork to deliver high-quality care to our patients.
As part of Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, a nationally recognized academic and teaching hospital, our team benefits from a dynamic, innovative environment that supports professional growth, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based practice.
Benefits include:-Flexible schedules-Mentorship program-Career Ladder for professional growth/advancement-5 paid education days/Medbridge subscription -Tuition reimbursement-Full health and dental insurance -403B Match for retirement-Generous earned time policy-Free parking :Under the supervision of the manager and working within their scope of practice as part of a multidisciplinary team, the Physical Therapist II assesses, plans, organizes, and participates in rehabilitative programs that improve or restore physical function, alleviate pain and prevent dysfunction in patients with impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or changes in physical function and health status from injury, disease or other causes.
The Physical Therapist II acts as a clinical and administrative resource for the department and helps to facilitate safe and effective flow of department functions while maintaining the requirements of a Physical Therapist II as described in the "Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder Document".
Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:1) Patient Care Examination: 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.
Ensures that the plan and outcomes are functional, time-based, and measurable, and incorporates diagnosis, prognosis, physical/mental status and anticipated lifestyles.
2) Treatment Planning and Intervention: Safely and effectively implements the treatment intervention.
Applies sound clinical judgment and skill.
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.
Conducts ongoing assessments of the patient's status and revises treatment intervention, goals & outcomes as appropriate.
3) Discharge Planning: Initiates discharge planning.
Incorporates patient/family input in the education process.
Participates in multidisciplinary patient care planning.
Consults with other allied health professionals as needed.
Discontinues unproductive treatment to patients where indicated.
Transfers patient to nursing or other appropriate staff when physical therapy services are no longer required, or when the patient has achieved their treatment goals and outcomes.
Documents discharge summary per department policy.
4) Patient Care Documentation: Thoroughly and accurately maintains all medical record documentation in accordance with the department policy and procedures.
Documents the initial evaluation, daily treatment notes, reassessments and discharge summaries in the medical record according to the standards defined in the department policy and procedure.
5) Productivity / statistics Meets department standards for productivity.
Delegates tasks to support staff when appropriate.
Daily statistics are completed by the end of the business day in accordance with the department policy.
Applies a thorough knowledge of Quality Improvement Initiatives within the department and organization, and assists in data collection.
6) Training, Education, and Information Sharing Attends internal and external educational programs and reads appropriate professional journals, in order to maintain and enhance Physical Therapy skills and clinical outcomes.
Addresses the educational needs of the staff and provides lectures, training and mentorship to meet the needs.
Provides feedback to manager on staff and department functions.
Supervises students.
Orients, trains and mentor new staff.
Provides internal and external lectures.
7) Career Development Develops and maintains physical therapy skills and knowledge per the Lahey Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder as described in the Rehabilitation Services' Career Ladder document.
Meets qualifications for a Physical Therapist II every two years as described in the document "Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder".
Documents Achievements: must maintain an ongoing record of activities throughout the year.
8) Leadership Responsibility Assumes charge responsibility in the absence of immediate supervisor.
Assists in the development and oversight of quality assurance programs.
Develops, plans and upgrades programs and protocols.
Identifies need for and implements new programs.
9) Organizational Requirements: Maintains strict adherence to the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Confidentiality Policy.
Incorporates Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Guiding Principles, Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.
Complies with all Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Policies.
Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Hospital and Medical Center.
Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards.
Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.
Minimum Qualifications:Education: BS Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
Licensure, Certification, Registration:-Active MA Physical Therapy license.
-American Heart Association - Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
-Lymphedema Specialty certification required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: ● 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.
● Ability to provide leadership and mentorship.
Experience: A minimum of two years as a licensed physical therapist with professional, clinical experience in a physical therapy setting.
Lymphedema Specialty certification required Pay Range: $41.
08 - $57.
52The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time.
Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.
Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
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) as a condition of employment.
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
Physical Therapist II
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Location: Burlington, MAOutpatient setting Come join our team of highly passionate physical and occupational therapists with the goal of providing exceptional care to our wide variety of patients.
Our therapists specialize in treating patients with orthopedic, neurological, vestibular and pelvic health diagnosis along with orthotic fabrication.
We collaborate closely with other hospital departments and foster teamwork to deliver high-quality care to our patients.
As part of Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, a nationally recognized academic and teaching hospital, our team benefits from a dynamic, innovative environment that supports professional growth, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based practice.
We are currently in search for a dedicated therapist to add to our team.
New grads and experienced therapists welcome.
Benefits include:-Flexible schedules-Mentorship program-Career Ladder for professional growth/advancement-5 paid education days/Medbridge subscription -Tuition reimbursement-Full health and dental insurance -403B Match for retirement-Generous earned time policy-Free parking :Under the supervision of the manager and working within their scope of practice as part of a multidisciplinary team, the Physical Therapist II assesses, plans, organizes, and participates in rehabilitative programs that improve or restore physical function, alleviate pain and prevent dysfunction in patients with impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or changes in physical function and health status from injury, disease or other causes.
The Physical Therapist II acts as a clinical and administrative resource for the department and helps to facilitate safe and effective flow of department functions while maintaining the requirements of a Physical Therapist II as described in the "Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder Document".
Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:1) Patient Care Examination: 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.
Ensures that the plan and outcomes are functional, time-based, and measurable, and incorporates diagnosis, prognosis, physical/mental status and anticipated lifestyles.
2) Treatment Planning and Intervention: Safely and effectively implements the treatment intervention.
Applies sound clinical judgment and skill.
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.
Conducts ongoing assessments of the patient's status and revises treatment intervention, goals & outcomes as appropriate.
3) Discharge Planning: Initiates discharge planning.
Incorporates patient/family input in the education process.
Participates in multidisciplinary patient care planning.
Consults with other allied health professionals as needed.
Discontinues unproductive treatment to patients where indicated.
Transfers patient to nursing or other appropriate staff when physical therapy services are no longer required, or when the patient has achieved their treatment goals and outcomes.
Documents discharge summary per department policy.
4) Patient Care Documentation: Thoroughly and accurately maintains all medical record documentation in accordance with the department policy and procedures.
Documents the initial evaluation, daily treatment notes, reassessments and discharge summaries in the medical record according to the standards defined in the department policy and procedure.
5) Productivity / statistics Meets department standards for productivity.
Delegates tasks to support staff when appropriate.
Daily statistics are completed by the end of the business day in accordance with the department policy.
Applies a thorough knowledge of Quality Improvement Initiatives within the department and organization, and assists in data collection.
6) Training, Education, and Information Sharing Attends internal and external educational programs and reads appropriate professional journals, in order to maintain and enhance Physical Therapy skills and clinical outcomes.
Addresses the educational needs of the staff and provides lectures, training and mentorship to meet the needs.
Provides feedback to manager on staff and department functions.
Supervises students.
Orients, trains and mentor new staff.
Provides internal and external lectures.
7) Career Development Develops and maintains physical therapy skills and knowledge per the Lahey Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder as described in the Rehabilitation Services' Career Ladder document.
Meets qualifications for a Physical Therapist II every two years as described in the document "Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder".
Documents Achievements: must maintain an ongoing record of activities throughout the year.
8) Leadership Responsibility Assumes charge responsibility in the absence of immediate supervisor.
Assists in the development and oversight of quality assurance programs.
Develops, plans and upgrades programs and protocols.
Identifies need for and implements new programs.
9) Organizational Requirements: Maintains strict adherence to the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Confidentiality Policy.
Incorporates Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Guiding Principles, Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.
Complies with all Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Policies.
Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Hospital and Medical Center.
Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards.
Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.
Minimum Qualifications:Education: BS Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
Licensure, Certification, Registration: Active MA Physical Therapy license.
American Heart Association - Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: ● 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.
● Ability to provide leadership and mentorship.
Experience: A minimum of two years as a licensed physical therapist with professional, clinical experience in a physical therapy setting.
Pay Range: $41.
08 - $57.
52The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time.
Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.
Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
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) as a condition of employment.
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
Physical Therapist - Inpatient
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Inpatient Physical TherapistBurlingtonLahey Hospital & Medical Center - Exceeding our patients' high expectations for service each day.
Are you a skilled physical therapist with a passion for inpatient care and complex medical cases? Join our team at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, a nationally recognized Level 1 teaching hospital, where innovation, collaboration, and professional growth are at the heart of everything we do.
What Sets Us Apart:-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 ParkingAbout the Role:We're seeking a dedicated inpatient physical therapist to join our team of highly skilled professionals.
Our therapists specialize in treating patients with acute neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, and multi-system conditions across the acute care continuum.
Acute care presents unique challenges as patients are often medically complex, with rapidly changing conditions that require quick clinical decision-making, strong communication skills, and adaptability.
Therapists must balance early mobilization with medical stability, navigate discharge planning, and collaborate closely with the medical team to ensure safe, effective, and timely care.
You'll work side-by-side with a multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated, evidence-based, and patient-centered care that makes a meaningful difference in patients' recovery and outcomes.
Whether you're a new graduate or an experienced clinician, you'll find a supportive team and a culture that encourages growth, innovation, and excellence.
Why Lahey?As a nationally recognized Level 1 teaching hospital, Lahey fosters a culture of continuous learning and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Our inpatient physical therapy department plays a critical role in helping patients recover from complex medical events.
Through close coordination with the medical team, we develop effective discharge plans that support patients in returning to their highest level of function.
:Under the supervision of the manager and working within their scope of practice as part of a multidisciplinary team, the Physical Therapist I assesses, plans, organizes, and participates in rehabilitative programs that improve or restore physical function, alleviate pain and prevent dysfunction in patients with impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or changes in physical function and health status from injury, disease or other causes.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:1) Patient Care Examination: 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.
Ensures that the plan and outcomes are functional, time-based, and measurable, and incorporates diagnosis, prognosis, physical/mental status and anticipated lifestyles.
2) Treatment Planning and Intervention: Safely and effectively implements the treatment intervention.
Applies sound clinical judgment and skill.
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.
Conducts ongoing assessments of the patient's status and revises treatment intervention, goals & outcomes as appropriate.
3) Discharge Planning: Initiates discharge planning.
Incorporates patient/family input in the education process.
Participates in multidisciplinary patient care planning.
Consults with other allied health professionals as needed.
Discontinues unproductive treatment to patients where indicated.
Transfers patient to nursing or other appropriate staff when physical therapy services are no longer required, or when the patient has achieved their treatment goals and outcomes.
Documents discharge summary per department policy.
4) Patient Care Documentation: Thoroughly and accurately maintains all medical record documentation in accordance with the department policy and procedures.
Documents the initial evaluation, daily treatment notes, reassessments and discharge summaries in the medical record according to the standards defined in the department policy and procedure.
5) Productivity / statistics Meets department standards for productivity.
Delegates tasks to support staff when appropriate.
Daily statistics are completed by the end of the business day in accordance with the department policy.
Applies a thorough knowledge of Quality Improvement Initiatives within the department and organization, and assists in data collection.
6) Training, Education, and Information Sharing Attends internal and external educational programs and reads appropriate professional journals, in order to maintain and enhance Physical Therapy skills and clinical outcomes.
Shares knowledge and skills with co-workers.
7) Career Development Develops and maintains physical therapy skills and knowledge of Lahey Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder as described in the "Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder Documentation".
8) Organizational Requirements: Maintains strict adherence to the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Confidentiality Policy.
Incorporates Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Guiding Principles, Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.
Complies with all Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Policies.
Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Hospital and Medical Center.
Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards.
Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.
Minimum Qualifications:Education: BS Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
Licensure, Certification, Registration: Active MA Physical Therapy license OR Candidates for licensure who have submitted a complete and accepted application for licensure "BY EXAMINATION ONLYAmerican Heart Association - Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: ● Knowledge of Physical Therapy theory and practice.
● Ability to observe, assess and record objecitve 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.
Experience: None Pay Range: $39.
50 - $55.
31The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time.
Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.
Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
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) as a condition of employment.
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
Orthopedic Physical Therapist, Outpatient, 40 hours
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
**When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.** Lahey in Lexington Orthopedic Physical Therapist 40-hour day/evening position with flexible scheduling options including 5 eight-hour shifts or 4 ten-hour shifts.
Our Lexington location is looking for a Physical Therapist to join our team of highly passionate physical and occupational therapists with the goal of providing exceptional care to our wide variety of patients. Our therapists specialize in treating patients with orthopedic, neurological, vestibular and pelvic health diagnosis along with orthotic fabrication. We collaborate closely with other hospital departments and foster teamwork to deliver high-quality care to our patients. As part of Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, a nationally recognized academic and teaching hospital, our team benefits from a dynamic, innovative environment that supports professional growth, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based practice. We are currently in search for a dedicated therapist to add to our team. New grads and experienced therapists welcome.
Benefits include:
-Flexible schedules
-Mentorship program
-Career Ladder for professional growth/advancement
-5 paid education days/Medbridge subscription
-Tuition reimbursement
-Full health and dental insurance
-403B Match for retirement
-Generous earned time policy
-Free parking
**:**
The Physical Therapist I assesses, plans, organizes, and participates in rehabilitative programs that improve or restore physical function, alleviate pain and prevent dysfunction in patients with impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or changes in physical function and health status from injury, disease or other causes.
**Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:**
1) Patient Care Examination:
▪ 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. Ensures that the plan and outcomes are functional, time-based, and measurable, and incorporates diagnosis, prognosis, physical/mental status and anticipated lifestyles.
2) Treatment Planning and Intervention:
▪ Safely and effectively implements the treatment intervention. Applies sound clinical judgment and skill.
▪ 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.
▪ Conducts ongoing assessments of the patient's status and revises treatment intervention, goals & outcomes as appropriate.
3) Discharge Planning:
▪ Initiates discharge planning. Incorporates patient/family input in the education process. Participates in multidisciplinary patient care planning.
▪ Consults with other allied health professionals as needed.
▪ Discontinues unproductive treatment to patients where indicated. Transfers patient to nursing or other appropriate staff when physical therapy services are no longer required, or when the patient has achieved their treatment goals and outcomes.
▪ Documents discharge summary per department policy.
4) Patient Care Documentation:
▪ Thoroughly and accurately maintains all medical record documentation in accordance with the department policy and procedures.
▪ Documents the initial evaluation, daily treatment notes, reassessments and discharge summaries in the medical record according to the standards defined in the department policy and procedure.
5) Productivity / statistics
▪ Meets department standards for productivity.
▪ Delegates tasks to support staff when appropriate.
▪ Daily statistics are completed by the end of the business day in accordance with the department policy.
▪ Applies a thorough knowledge of Quality Improvement Initiatives within the department and organization, and assists in data collection.
6) Training, Education, and Information Sharing
▪ Attends internal and external educational programs and reads appropriate professional journals, in order to maintain and enhance Physical Therapy skills and clinical outcomes.
▪ Shares knowledge and skills with co-workers.
7) Career Development
▪ Develops and maintains physical therapy skills and knowledge of Lahey Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder as described in the "Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder Documentation".
**Organizational Requirements:**
▪ Maintains strict adherence to the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Confidentiality Policy.
▪ Incorporates Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Guiding Principles, Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.
▪ Complies with all Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Policies. Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Hospital and Medical Center.
▪ Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
▪ Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
▪ Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards.
▪ Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
▪ Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
▪ Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Education: BS Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
Licensure, Certification, Registration: 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.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
+ 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.
Experience: None
**Pay Range:**
$39.50 - $55.31
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
**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) as a condition of employment.**
**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**
Physical Therapist (Outpatient) - 20 hours/week, day shift
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Job Description:The Outpatient Physical Therapist evaluates a patient's mobility and motor assets and liabilities for functional performance.
The Physical Therapist provides goal-directed, activity-oriented treatment to promote optimum independence in functional mobility and daily life tasks.
As a member of the health care team, the physical therapist works closely with other rehabilitation disciplines, nursing, physicians, and case managers to provide patient-centered care.
Patient/family and community education are essential components of this position.
Key Responsibilities Evaluate patients' mobility and motor function to assess functional performance Develop and implement goal-directed, activity-oriented treatment plans Promote optimum independence in functional mobility and daily life tasks Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care Provide patient, family, and community education on physical therapy and rehabilitation Maintain accurate and timely patient records Stay current with best practices and emerging techniques in physical therapy Qualifications Required Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program Current Massachusetts Physical Therapy license Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team Preferred Experience in outpatient physical therapy settings Additional certifications in specialized physical therapy techniques Education and Experience Graduate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program Relevant clinical experience preferred Licenses and Certifications Current Massachusetts Physical Therapy license Current BCLS certification Pay Range: $38.
50 - $53.
91The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time.
Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.
Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
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) as a condition of employment.
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
Physical Therapist -inpatient - per diem
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. We are seeking per diem, Physical Therapists for our location in Burlington. . A minimum of 2 weekend days per month is required.
Come join our team of highly passionate physical and occupational therapists with the goal of providing exceptional care to our wide variety of patients.
Our therapists specialize in treating patients with orthopedic, neurological, vestibular and pelvic health diagnosis along with orthotic fabrication.
We collaborate closely with other hospital departments and foster teamwork to deliver high-quality care to our patients.
As part of Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, a nationally recognized academic and teaching hospital, our team benefits from a dynamic, innovative environment that supports professional growth, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based practice.
We are currently in search for a dedicated therapist to add to our team.
New grads and experienced therapists welcome.
Benefits include:-Flexible schedules-Mentorship program-Free parking Job Description:Under the supervision of the manager and working within their scope of practice as part of a multidisciplinary team, the Physical Therapist I assesses, plans, organizes, and participates in rehabilitative programs that improve or restore physical function, alleviate pain and prevent dysfunction in patients with impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or changes in physical function and health status from injury, disease or other causes.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:Conduct thorough patient evaluations and develop personalized treatment plans Implement safe and effective therapy interventions with measurable outcomes Educate patients and families throughout care and discharge planning Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all patient interactions Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support patient progress Monitor and manage therapy productivity and quality improvement data Stay current with clinical best practices through ongoing education Participate in departmental initiatives and uphold organizational standards Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program Active MA Physical Therapy license or pending licensure by examination BLS certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross) Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills Experience with documentation, patient education, and therapy planning Pay Range: $53.
00 - $53.
00The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time.
Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.
Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
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) as a condition of employment.
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
Orthopedic Physical Therapist, Outpatient, 40 hours
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Lahey in LexingtonOrthopedic Physical Therapist40-hour day/evening position with flexible scheduling options including 5 eight-hour shifts or 4 ten-hour shifts.
Our Lexington location is looking for a Physical Therapist to join our team of highly passionate physical and occupational therapists with the goal of providing exceptional care to our wide variety of patients.
Our therapists specialize in treating patients with orthopedic, neurological, vestibular and pelvic health diagnosis along with orthotic fabrication.
We collaborate closely with other hospital departments and foster teamwork to deliver high-quality care to our patients.
As part of Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, a nationally recognized academic and teaching hospital, our team benefits from a dynamic, innovative environment that supports professional growth, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based practice.
We are currently in search for a dedicated therapist to add to our team.
New grads and experienced therapists welcome.
Benefits include:-Flexible schedules-Mentorship program-Career Ladder for professional growth/advancement-5 paid education days/Medbridge subscription -Tuition reimbursement-Full health and dental insurance -403B Match for retirement-Generous earned time policy-Free parking :The Physical Therapist I assesses, plans, organizes, and participates in rehabilitative programs that improve or restore physical function, alleviate pain and prevent dysfunction in patients with impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or changes in physical function and health status from injury, disease or other causes.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:1) Patient Care Examination: 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.
Ensures that the plan and outcomes are functional, time-based, and measurable, and incorporates diagnosis, prognosis, physical/mental status and anticipated lifestyles.
2) Treatment Planning and Intervention: Safely and effectively implements the treatment intervention.
Applies sound clinical judgment and skill.
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.
Conducts ongoing assessments of the patient's status and revises treatment intervention, goals & outcomes as appropriate.
3) Discharge Planning: Initiates discharge planning.
Incorporates patient/family input in the education process.
Participates in multidisciplinary patient care planning.
Consults with other allied health professionals as needed.
Discontinues unproductive treatment to patients where indicated.
Transfers patient to nursing or other appropriate staff when physical therapy services are no longer required, or when the patient has achieved their treatment goals and outcomes.
Documents discharge summary per department policy.
4) Patient Care Documentation: Thoroughly and accurately maintains all medical record documentation in accordance with the department policy and procedures.
Documents the initial evaluation, daily treatment notes, reassessments and discharge summaries in the medical record according to the standards defined in the department policy and procedure.
5) Productivity / statistics Meets department standards for productivity.
Delegates tasks to support staff when appropriate.
Daily statistics are completed by the end of the business day in accordance with the department policy.
Applies a thorough knowledge of Quality Improvement Initiatives within the department and organization, and assists in data collection.
6) Training, Education, and Information Sharing Attends internal and external educational programs and reads appropriate professional journals, in order to maintain and enhance Physical Therapy skills and clinical outcomes.
Shares knowledge and skills with co-workers.
7) Career Development Develops and maintains physical therapy skills and knowledge of Lahey Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder as described in the "Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder Documentation".
Organizational Requirements: Maintains strict adherence to the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Confidentiality Policy.
Incorporates Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Guiding Principles, Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.
Complies with all Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Policies.
Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Hospital and Medical Center.
Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards.
Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.
Minimum Qualifications:Education: BS Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
Licensure, Certification, Registration: 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.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: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.
Experience: None Pay Range: $39.
50 - $55.
31The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time.
Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.
Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
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) as a condition of employment.
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
Occupational Therapist III - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
**When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.** Job Summary: The Occupational Therapist III (OT III) is autonomously responsible for examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis intervention and discharge planning for the OT needs of patients who have potential for functional impairments, limitations and disabilities and are referred to occupational therapy. Additional responsibilities of an OT III include clinical leadership for a specific patient care program and assessment of staff clinical performance.
**Job Description:**
**Essential Responsibilities:**
1. Evaluate patients, discuss findings and plan of care with patient, implement plan of care, regularly re-evaluate patient status and plan of care. Demonstrate independence at an advanced competence level, providing care to a diverse patient population approximately 85% of the time. Provide clinical guidance, staff triage, program development or clinical research as needed 15% of the time.
2. Perform teaching responsibilities including but not limited to: teaching patients and families, teaching and supervising students, preparing and presenting in-services, and educational lectures in and outside of the department and the medical center.
3. Mentor, orient and assess competence and ongoing performance of less experienced therapists, therapy assistants, rehab aides, practice assistants, and support personnel and communicate results to managers or supervisors.
4. Provide leadership to designated clinical programs. Collect, analyze and review statistics and outcome measures with recommendations for performance improvement. Collaborate with supervisor or manager to organize, direct, distribute and coordinate work.
5. Demonstrate initiative, seek opportunities, accept additional responsibilities and set professional goals in areas of program development, teaching, quality assurance, performance improvement, research, and administration as appropriate to meet identified department or service needs. Support an environment of idea sharing and exchange of feedback with staff across the service and department.
**Required Qualifications:**
1. Bachelor's degree required in Occupational Therapy. Master's degree preferred in Occupational Therapy
2. License required: Occupational Therapist License, and Certificate 1 required: Basic Life Support
3. 5-8 years related work experience required.
4. Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) certification.
5. Basic familiarity with computers. Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
1. AOTA membership.
**Competencies:**
1. **Written Communications:** Ability to summarize and communicate in English moderately complex information in varied written formats to internal and external customers.
2. **Oral Communications:** Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.
3. **Knowledge:** Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.
4. **Team Work:** Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members.
5. **Customer Service:** Ability to provide a high level of customer service and staff training to meet customer service standards and expectations for the assigned unit(s). Resolves service issues in the assigned unit(s) in a timely and respectful manner.
**Age based Competencies:**
Employees in this job must be competent to provide patient care to the following age groups: Young adult: 16-30 years, Middle Age: 30 - 60 years, Elderly: 60 -.
**Physical Nature of the Job:**
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Job is physical in nature and employee needs to stand and/or move around through the majority of their shift.
**Pay Range:**
$43.80 - $61.34
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
**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) as a condition of employment.**
**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**
Occupational Therapist (Hand/Outpatient, Per Diem)
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
**When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.** Job Summary: Organizes and conducts an Occupational Therapy program upon referral from a physician to facilitate rehabilitation of the physically handicapped or injured person with a focus on Upper Extremity/Hand. Educates patients, families, students and the community in the Occupational Therapy practice. Participates as a team member in the day to day operations of the department.
**Job Description:**
**Essential Responsibilities:**
1. Evaluates patients, establishes goals and implements treatment program per department's procedures and standards of care in a supportive and caring environment.
2. Appropriately assesses and manages pain in accordance with the established guidelines.
3. Demonstrates the knowledge/skill necessary to provide care appropriate ranging in age from infant to elder
4. Instructs patients and families in Occupational therapy procedures as part of a patient's on going program as needed.
5. Adequately plans for patient's discharge involving other pertinent team members, when appropriate.
**Required Qualifications:**
1. Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required.
2. License Occupational Therapist License required.
3. 0-1 years related work experience required in Occupational Therapy, with specialization in Hand Therapy for at least one year.
4. Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
1. Certification in Hand Therapy
**Competencies:**
1. **Decision Making:** Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.
2. **Problem Solving:** Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.
3. **Independence of Action:** Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.
4. **Written Communications:** Ability to summarize and communicate in English moderately complex information in varied written formats to internal and external customers.
5. **Oral Communications:** Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.
6. **Knowledge:** Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of concepts, practices and policies with the ability to use them in complex varied situations.
7. **Team Work:** Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members.
8. **Customer Service:** Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
**Age based Competencies:**
Employees in this job must be competent to provide patient care to the following age groups: Neonatal:Birth to 6 months, Youth: 6 months to 16 years, Young adult: 16-30 years, Middle Age: 30 - 60 years, Elderly: 60 -.
**Physical Nature of the Job:**
Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 50 pounds of force frequently. Work is physically demanding and requires extended periods of standing and/or moving.
**Pay Range:**
$38.50 - $51.82
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
**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) as a condition of employment.**
**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**
Outpatient Occupational Therapist, hand therapist Per diem
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
**When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.** This is a per diem, Outpatient Hand Therapy Occupational Therapist position. The Occupational Therapist is part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for the rehabilitation and the promotion of health and wellness to those who have or are at risk for developing an illness, injury, disease, disorder, condition, impairment, disability, activity limitation or participation restriction. Responsibilities include evaluating, planning, preparing, implementing, and documenting individually designed examinations and treatments intended to help patients achieve their highest level of independence, taking into account safety and environmental adaptations, and including activities of daily living and vocational training.
The schedule for this position is per diem coverage of weekdays as needed.
**Job Description:**
Under the supervision of the Therapy Manager Occupational Therapist is part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for the rehabilitation and the promotion of health and wellness to those who have or are at risk for developing an illness, injury, disease, disorder, condition, impairment, disability, activity limitation or participation restriction. Responsibilities include evaluating, planning, preparing, implementing, and documenting individually designed examinations and treatments intended to help patients achieve their highest level of independence, taking into account safety and environmental adaptations, and including activities of daily living and vocational training.
**Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:**
**Patient Care Examination:**
▪ 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. Ensures that the plan and outcomes are functional, time-based, and measurable, and incorporates diagnosis, prognosis, physical/mental status and anticipated lifestyles.
**Treatment Planning and Intervention:**
▪ Safely and effectively implements the treatment intervention. Applies sound clinical judgment and skill.
▪ 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.
▪ Conducts ongoing assessments of the patient's status and revises treatment intervention, goals & outcomes as appropriate.
**Discharge Planning:**
▪ Initiates discharge planning. Incorporates patient/family input in the education process. Participates in multidisciplinary patient care planning.
▪ Consults with other allied health professionals as needed.
▪ Discontinues unproductive treatment to patients where indicated. Transfers patient to nursing or other appropriate staff when occupational therapy services are no longer required, or when the patient has achieved their treatment goals and outcomes.
▪ Documents discharge summary per department policy.
**Patient Care Documentation:**
▪ Thoroughly and accurately maintains all medical record documentation in accordance with the department policy and procedures.
▪ Documents the initial evaluation, daily treatment notes, reassessments and discharge summaries in the medical record according to the standards defined in the department policy and procedure.
**Productivity / statistics**
▪ Meets department standards for productivity.
▪ Delegates tasks to support staff when appropriate.
▪ Daily statistics are completed by the end of the business day in accordance with the department policy.
▪ Applies a thorough knowledge of Quality Improvement Initiatives within the department and organization, and assists in data collection.
**Training, Education, and Information Sharing**
▪ Attends internal and external educational programs and reads appropriate professional journals, in order to maintain and enhance Occupational Therapy skills and clinical outcomes.
▪ Shares knowledge and skills with co-workers.
**Career Development**
▪ Develops and maintains occupational therapy skills and knowledge per the Lahey Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder as described in the document 'Rehabilitation Services Career Ladder".
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Education: BS in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
Licensure, Certification, Registration: Active MA Occupational Therapy license.
American Heart Association - Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
+ Knowledge of Occupational therapy theory and practice.
+ Ability to observe, assess and record objective findings, 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 Occupational 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.
Experience: Hand Therapy experience is preferred.
**Pay Range:**
$53.00 - $53.00
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
**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) as a condition of employment.**
**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**
Outpatient Occupational Therapist - Per diem, day shift
Physical therapist job at Beth Israel Lahey Health
Great Hourly Rate! Up to 40 hours/week for coverage. Under the supervision of the Therapy Manager Occupational Therapist I is part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for the rehabilitation and the promotion of health and wellness to those who have or are at risk for developing an illness, injury, disease, disorder, condition, impairment, disability, activity limitation or participation restriction. Responsibilities include evaluating, planning, preparing, implementing, and documenting individually designed examinations and treatments intended to help patients achieve their highest level of independence, taking into account safety and environmental adaptations, and including activities of daily living and vocational training.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Education: BS in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
Licensure, Certification, Registration: Active MA Occupational Therapy license.
American Heart Association - Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
+ Knowledge of Occupational therapy theory and practice.
+ Ability to observe, assess and record objective findings, 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 Occupational 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.
Experience: Hand therapy experience preferred but not required
**Pay Range:**
$39.50 - $55.31
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
**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) as a condition of employment.**
**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**