Physical Therapy Per Diem or Part Time

Physical Therapist - Per Diem

For over 40 years, North Hill, a not-for-profit senior living community located in Needham, Massachusetts, has provided vibrant living opportunities to people 65+ by offering a host of hospitality, wellness and health care services. The Staff Therapist is responsible for providing evaluation and treatment to
patients, functioning as a member of the interdisciplinary team, providing patient and family education and counseling regarding concerns, planning, implementing and modifying treatment procedures, maintaining appropriate documentation according to policies and procedures and current standards of
practice. This position manages a caseload in accordance with agency productivity standards, attends and participates in patient and other conferences and agency in-services as assigned. This position also assists in the supervision of assistants, certified home health aide, students, interns as assigned. Additional duties include scheduling patients and staff, participation in discipline specific projects i. e. chart audits, QI data collection, peer review program, student program and CHHA training. This position provides direct patient care.

Job Specific Duties: 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of Medicare Conditions of Participation as well as State and Federal Regulations
• Provides patient care and documents treatments in accordance with physicians’ orders, agency policy, and patient needs
• Performs patient evaluations, selecting appropriate diagnostic material to assess all aspects of care informing the physician of recommended interventions
• Develops a care plan in conjunction with patient, identifying patient centered goals establishing priorities of care
• Promotes professional growth by attending, presenting formal and informal educational experiences, in-services, conferences, and seminars to team
• This position also assists in the supervision of assistants, Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA), students and interns as assigned according to Medicare Condition of Participation
• Other duties include scheduling patients and staff, participation in discipline specific projects i.e. chart audits, QI data collection, peer review program, student program  and Certified Home Health Aide training. This position provides direct patient care
• Requires participation in interdisciplinary care conference and completion of visit documentation within 24 hours
• Follows all Emergency Management Plan and actively participates in fire and evacuation drills\
• Meets department uniform, appearance and grooming requirements
• Complies with all OSHA safety regulations, local applicable laws regarding health, safety or environment

Required Education and Experience:

• BSN or equivalent related degree.
• Current Professional License within therapy discipline in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Must have a valid MA driver’s license and an automobile available to conduct community home visits.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Must be able to pass a driving report.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Must be able to communicate effectively with Residents, Team Members and Visitors and must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• Must be able to function effectively in an organization undergoing change in the model in which patient care is delivered and to support the changes in the model.
• Willingness to participate in the change process by working with the team to problem solve and develop systems to support the highest possible quality care and services to Residents.

North Hill offers:
Health & Dental Benefits
401K with company match
Career Development Training
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Healthcare Academy Training
Free meals
Free on-site fitness center
Free parking
 
North Hill is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment and advancement to all team members and potential team members. North Hill does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/ or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations.

North Hill embraces diversity and believes that our community is enriched when people from varied cultures, backgrounds and attitudes come together in shared interests. We welcome people of every race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression, disability, political view and familial status. We thrive collectively in an environment of inclusivity that encourages a free exchange of ideas.