Physical Therapist - Per Diem (Saturdays -Waltham)

Per Diem Physical Therapist

The Waltham-based Per Diem Physical Therapist will be responsible for providing comprehensive physical therapy services to pediatric patients, ensuring alignment with department standards and guidelines.

Job Description

• Completing comprehensive physical therapy assessments in alignment with department standards and guidelines for pediatric patients.
• Reviewing patient medical history/record and selecting, administering, and interpreting 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 administering appropriate physical therapy procedures and modalities.
• Creating 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.
• Liaising 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 in patient 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.

Requirements

• 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 need.

Additional Information

This position is primarily outpatient with inpatient coverage of the small unit in Waltham, predominantly seeing patients after surgery for crutch training. This candidate must be able and available to train and orient during weekdays.