Physical Therapist - Per Diem Inpatient Boston

Boston Children's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
Nov 22, 2024
Job Posting Description At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included. The Per Diem Inpatient Physical Therapist Boston 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 Boston - weekend and holiday coverage needed This candidate MUST be able and available to train and orient on weekdays Boston Children's Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption). Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.