Physical Therapist - Per Diem (Waltham) at Boston Children's Hospital summary:
The Per Diem Physical Therapist in Waltham is responsible for performing diagnostic evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and educating patients and families on therapy procedures. They assess patients' functional status, recommend orthotics and equipment, and maintain detailed medical records and billing documentation. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and an active MA PT license, with a focus on patient-centered care and clinical decision-making.
Job SummaryThe Waltham based Per Diem Physical Therapist will be responsible for the following: - Performing complex diagnostic evaluations upon referral and by departmental and professional
- Reviewing patient medical history/record and selects, administers, and interprets standardized and non-standardized tests and measurements to assess patients’ functional status related to cardiopulmonary, developmental, musculoskeletal, neurological, and sensorimotor function.
- Integrating knowledge into clinical decisions and recommendations
- Developing and implementing individualized patient treatment programs.
- Establishing treatment goals and administers appropriate physical therapy procedures and modalities
- Discharge plans and home treatment programs, and providing education to patients and families
- Recommending orthotics, adaptive/assistive equipment, and technology for patients with complex, rare, or multiple dysfunctions.
- Liaison with equipment designers and vendors regarding equipment specifications and patient needs.
- Training patients, families, and caretakers in the use/operation of prescribed orthotics/equipment, monitoring and evaluating effectiveness, and initiating modifications as needed.
- Recording assessments, diagnoses, and treatment inpatient medical records according to established documentation standards.
- Preparing reports, correspondence, referrals, and other materials for schools, providers, payers, and others as needed.
- Assigning standardized billing codes and corresponding charges required for reimbursement.
To qualify, you must have: - Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and at least one to two years of previous experience.
- Active state of MA PT license
- This position is based in Waltham, with Saturday coverage needs
Keywords:
physical therapist, patient care, musculoskeletal therapy, rehabilitation, PT evaluation, treatment plans, patient education, diagnostic testing, orthotics, clinical documentation
