Outpatient Orthopedic-Physical Therapist at Newton-Wellesley Hospital(NWH) in Newton, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Newton-Wellesley Hospital's Outpatient Rehabilitation Department has an open position for a Full-Time Musculoskeletal Physical Therapist. Staff are responsible for performing Physical Therapy evaluations, developing, and implementing treatment plans and establishing goals with patient input. Successful candidates should have strong communication skills, a passion for evidenced based practice and exceptional patient centered care. Staff apply treatment in accordance with Standards of Practice and applicable state licensure regulations.


Newton-Wellesley Hospital Rehabilitation Department is committed to providing an exceptional patient experience through consistent customer service and evidenced based practice. We promote clinical and professional development through mentorship with Clinical Specialists, continuing education, in-service/case presentations and participation in community outreach and professional organization activities.



GENERAL SUMMARY:



Under the general supervision of the Rehab Manager, performs Physical Therapy examinations, develops treatment plans and establishes treatment goals with patient input, and applies interventions in accordance with Standards of Practice of the profession, applicable state licensure regulations, and Newton Wellesley Hospital policies and procedures to a variety of patients ranging from newborn to geriatric in age.



PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:



Directs, implements and evaluates patient care, with a clinical assignment in relation to department need


Establishes treatment plans and goals with patient input.


Documents and communicates necessary patient information.


Delegates and supervises patient related tasks to assistants, aides and support personnel.


Collaborates with other disciplines to provide coordinated interdisciplinary


patient care.


Within the scope of job requirements, supports Organizational Excellence and customer satisfaction.


Contributes to the ongoing professional development of self, department and Newton Wellesley Hospital



Qualifications

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:



At a minimum, meets licensure requirements in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in Physical Therapy.



EXPERIENCE:



Outpatient Orthopedic PT experience


Board Certification in Orthopedics Preferred



LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS:



Licensed, by the Division of Professional Licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (The Board of Allied Health is required for Physical and Occupational Therapists; the Board of Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists for Speech Therapists). CPR training is required annually.



EEO Statement

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.