Rehabilitation Physical Therapist
Waltham, MA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Physical Therapist - Rehabilitation Therapy

Location: Waltham, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Contract (13 weeks)

Job Description

The Physical Therapist provides physical therapy services to residents to maximize their functional abilities and independence in activities of daily living. Key responsibilities include:

• Performing evaluative and therapeutic procedures under physician or healthcare provider orders.
• Evaluating residents and establishing therapeutic plans of care with functional goals, frequency, duration, and modalities.
• Collaborating with residents, caregivers, physicians, and healthcare team members regarding care plans and discharge needs.
• Monitoring and adjusting treatment plans based on resident progress.
• Documenting all interactions and treatments in the Electronic Medical Record clearly and accessibly.
• Recommending and instructing on appropriate assistive devices.
• Providing education to residents and caregivers and documenting teaching outcomes.
• Referring residents to Physical Therapist Assistants and working collaboratively with therapy professionals.
• Ensuring compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, Private Pay, and other reimbursement regulations.
• Providing in-service education and maintaining clinical skills through ongoing learning.
• Assisting in the development of new rehabilitation programs and services.
• Supervising assistant-level staff and mentoring new staff during orientation.
• Maintaining department cleanliness and following infection control procedures.
• Maintaining required licenses, certifications, and completing annual compliance courses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s or Doctorate preferred.
• Active Physical Therapist license in Massachusetts.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
• Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Equivalent education and experience combinations considered.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Responsible, supportive team player with strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Analytical with sound decision-making ability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent time management and documentation skills.
• Compassionate, resident-centered care approach.
• Proficient in English (speaking, reading, writing, understanding instructions).

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Ability to perform tasks involving sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; lifting over 50 pounds requires two-person assistance.
• Frequent lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds.
• High level of responsibility for quality care.
• Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative, resident-focused environment supporting rehabilitation and independence.