Physical Therapist Per Diem

Job Overview:

In this role, you will organize and implement physical therapy programs aimed at facilitating rehabilitation. You will guide clients through selected activities designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance their performance. Your efforts will focus on teaching essential skills and functions that promote independence and productivity, ultimately reducing or correcting physical impairments. Additionally, you will lead initiatives that encourage and maintain overall health.

As a vital member of the patient care team, you will demonstrate a strong dedication to our organization's mission and values, ensuring that patient dignity and choice are respected in daily interactions. Your goal will be to transform every encounter with patients and their families into a positive and meaningful experience, while delivering safe and high-quality care. You will also acknowledge and respect diverse cultures, values, and backgrounds, adapting your communication style accordingly.

II. Core Competencies:

• Conduct diagnostic assessments to evaluate the extent of patients’ impairments and their potential for improvement.
• Develop a comprehensive care plan addressing identified impairments, setting clear and measurable short- and long-term treatment objectives.
• Utilize evidence-based treatment techniques, continuously monitoring patient responses and adjusting treatments as necessary.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of patient care, education provided to patients and families, and details regarding service units.
• Oversee and guide supportive staff in assigned tasks, ensuring their competence in performing these duties.
• Aim for optimal outcomes for each patient.

III. Position Responsibilities

• Assess clients, create suitable treatment goals and methods, implement the physical therapy plan, and manage all related documentation and record-keeping. This includes applying therapeutic techniques in areas such as gait, ambulation, muscle strength, coordination, endurance, mobility, posture control, sensory awareness, and balance.
• Design and fit adaptive devices, training clients in their use, including orthotics and prosthetics.
• Select appropriate physical agent modalities tailored to each individual’s needs, physical capabilities, and diagnoses.
• Collaborate with other rehabilitation team members to determine the most effective therapeutic regimen based on each client’s needs and abilities.
• Teach clients the skills and techniques necessary for mobility activities, while evaluating their progress, attitudes, and behaviors related to rehabilitation.
• Tailor treatment programs to meet the unique needs of each client.
• Actively participate in client care discussions, staffing meetings, and related gatherings.
• Supervise supportive personnel in line with state regulations and professional standards.
• Conduct training sessions and assist in educating medical, nursing, and other staff on physical therapy techniques and objectives.
• Ensure that clients and their families receive exceptional service in a compassionate environment that acknowledges individual needs and rights.
• Be flexible and adaptable to staffing needs within the therapy programs.
• Comply with established organizational and departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Exemplify professionalism and embody values that support the mission of our organization.
• Demonstrate proficiency in documenting within electronic medical records.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding patient information.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives.

Caring Practices

• Build trust and hope by being accessible to meet the needs of others.
• Foster supportive and trusting relationships with clients, families, and colleagues.
• Employ creative problem-solving to address the needs of others.
• Facilitate teaching and learning that caters to individual needs and learning preferences.
• Create a healing environment that addresses both physical and spiritual needs.
• Assist with fundamental physical and emotional requirements.

Communication

• Introduce yourself and clarify your role to others.
• Exhibit “emotional presence” by actively listening and addressing concerns.
• Advocate for patients as necessary or appropriate.
• Communicate with patients, families, visitors, and staff in a respectful, caring, and sensitive manner.
• Listen to and value the opinions of others.
• Stay informed by reviewing memos, emails, and other communications.
• Address issues and problems promptly and efficiently.
• Respond to patients with a calm, sensitive, and supportive demeanor in all situations.

Leadership

• Mentor team members and students.
• Actively engage in shared governance.
• Enhance professional skills through the Therapy Career Excellence Development Program.

Safety

• Utilize Safe Patient Handling equipment as trained and in accordance with organizational policies.
• Identify malfunctioning equipment, remove it from use, and report it as per policy.
• Follow all infection control policies established by the organization.

• Current Physical Therapy Licensure in Massachusetts.

• Interact with patients in various circumstances, which may involve exposure to unpleasant odors, sights, and sounds.
• Adapt to varying and unpredictable situations.
• Potential exposure to infections, contagious diseases, and bloodborne pathogens.
• Use gloves, gowns, and masks as necessary.
• Engage in prolonged standing or walking.
• Lift, position, transport, and/or transfer patients.
• Lift supplies and equipment as needed.
• Perform considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.

Remote Type:

On-site

Salary Range:

$86,670.93 - $130,006.92