Physical Therapist -Full Time

Location

Chelsea, MA | United States

Job description

Physical Therapist (Full-Time)| Leonard Florence Center for Living - Chelsea, MA

Position Summary: We are currently seeking a collaborative Physical Therapist who takes pleasure in working across disciplines to deliver exceptional care to a diverse range of patients in the Neuro and Rehab fields. Our facility is truly one-of-a-kind, as we provide PT services to individuals with ALS, MS, and other progressive neurological diseases, as well as offer short-term rehab. If you are a creative problem solver and interested in a tech-forward approach to create a high quality living environment for people with progressive neurological diseases.

As a valued member of our Rehab Team, the Physical Therapist will provide compassionate and attentive services to our residents. This includes conducting thorough assessments, delivering effective treatments, and initiating referrals when appropriate, all in alignment with departmental procedures

Qualifications:

MS/DPT in Physical Therapy from an accredited program (recent grads encouraged to apply).

Successful completion of National Physical Therapy Examination and MA license in good standing.

Ability to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects, equipment and/or residents.

Must be able to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend or crouch regularly.

Must be able to use hands to manipulate tools, equipment, or controls.

Must be able to reach with hands and arms, balance, lift and perform medium to maximum transfer assists with residents.

Must have visual and hearing acuity sufficient enough to assess resident safety and ability.

Experience with Power Mobility a plus!

Primary Responsibilities:

Provides Physical Therapy services to residents and initiates referrals when appropriate

Conduct screenings of residents as directed by the Director of Rehabilitation to determine need for intervention/treatment

Evaluates residents to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation. Conducts specialized evaluations as indicated.

Interprets and communicates evaluation findings to residents, family, and other team members

Establishes individual resident schedules in conjunction with other team members

Develops, coordinates and implements treatment plans

Documents results of resident's assessment, treatment, follow-up, and termination of services

Consistently demonstrates sound judgement in the evaluation, planning, implementation and follow-up of resident therapy programs

Complies with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional

Performs other job duties as assigned

Benefits:

Rewarding job within an outstanding and recognized organization

Great working environment in our modern campus in Chelsea, MA

Inclusive company culture

Free Parking

And more!

Hours: Full-Time

HP200

Apply today and become part of our Chelsea Jewish Lifecare team at the Leonard Florence Center for Living!

The Leonard Florence Center for Living sets the stage for a model of care that is far removed from traditional nursing homes. The prevailing goal of the Leonard Florence Center is to create a "real" home that provides exceptional care, but also supports those seeking to redefine the worth and meaning of late life and those living with debilitating diseases. It is not only the first urban Green House skilled nursing facility in the country, but it also has the remarkable distinction of showcasing four specialized homes dedicated to caring for individuals living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (known as ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease) and multiple sclerosis

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