Outpatient Physical Therapist

2 months ago

Wakefield MA United States MelroseWakefield Healthcare Full time
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Melrose/Wakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years. With two hospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center and over 20 locations and 50 specialties, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital offers many opportunities to grow your career.

If you are passionate about providing care in your local community, come join our team at Melrose/Wakefield Hospital.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salaries

  • Medical, dental, vision insurance that start on day one

  • 403(b) retirement plan with company match

  • Generous earned time benefits

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Clinical mobility tracks

  • Free on-campus parking

Location: Melrose/Wakefield Hospital - 888 Main Street - Wakefield, MA

Hours: 40 hours - Mon - Thurs 7:30am - 6:00pm/Fri - 7:30am - 12:30pm

Job Overview

This position evaluates, develops and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of physical therapy. The therapist will be educated in evaluating and treating all age groups to help patients achieve a maximum level of function using various therapeutic exercises, activities, modalities and skills . The therapist is responsible for documenting all age-appropriate patient care treatments in the medical record to comply with the policy and procedures of the department, organization and JCAHO requirements. The staff member will act as a liaison with other disciplines for problem-solving issues that arise related to clinical therapy services. May provide physical therapy coverage on a rotating bases for weekends and holidays dependent on operational need.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree .

2. Graduation from an approved school of Physical Therapy.

3. Physical Therapy (PT) License. Licensure in NH may be required depending on assigned territory and operational need.

4. Three (3) years of clinical experience with one year in an acute care setting.

5. American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Membership or specialty equivalent.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list . Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1 . Performs the more difficult duties of a staff therapist. Assesses, re-assesses & treats a variety of diagnoses with a high degree of professional competency & efficiency to ensure quality patient care; Able to evaluate & treat pediatric, adolescent, geriatric & the general population.

2. Assesses & re-assesses patient pain and develops appropriate treatment plan to assist patient in attaining maximum functional outcomes.

3. Sets realistic short and long term goals and plan of care related to patient's physical therapy needs within the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary systems

4. Prepares department for JCAHO surveys and participates in CQI activities . Performs other related duties as assigned and/or necessary to assure appropriate patient care.

5. Attends intra-departmental rounds, team meetings, and case conferences and staff meetings . Attends professional meetings, courses and conferences to continue education.

6. Works directly and collaboratively with the interdisciplinary health care team, the patient, and the patient's family to promote maximum level of patient safety and independence in discharge planning.

7. Oversees the activities of the section/assigned supervisory units with regard to services provided; evaluates these services in order to maintain regulatory standards of quality and performance.

8. Keeps abreast of new techniques and interventions. Establishes, revises

9. Actively demonstrates clinical bridge between therapists within inpatient/outpatient, adult/pediatrics, PT and OT, etc.

10. Accepts additional tasks and responsibilities which may include, but not be limited to: orientation of new staff , participation on committees, involvement in QI activities, supervision of students and aides and involvement in developing/revising practice standards.

About Melrose/Wakefield Hospital

Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston. Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians.


Core to our values, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital's commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents.


Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at .

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