Physical Therapist - Per Diem

Cambridge Health Alliance; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent health system in Cambridge seeks a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in an inpatient setting, including same-day joint replacements. Candidates need MA PT licensure and AHA BLS certification, with experience in acute care preferred. Responsibilities include documentation, safety, and participation in quality improvement initiatives. New graduates are welcome to apply. This is a per diem position with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• MA PT licensure and AHA BLS certification required.
• Experience in inpatient acute care or Skilled Nursing Facilities preferred.
• New graduates are considered.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients in an inpatient setting.
• Complete all necessary documentation and administrative duties.
• Participate in performance improvement committees and projects.

Skills

MA PT licensure

AHA BLS certification

Inpatient acute care experience

SNF experience

Job description

Location:CHA Cambridge Hospital
Work Days:Primarily day shift, weekends, holidays, weekdays
Category:Physical Therapy
Department:Rehab Cambridge
Job Type: Per Diem
Work Shift: Day
Hours/Week: Per diem
Union Name: Non Union

Cambridge Health Alliance is an innovative, award-winning health system that provides high quality care in Cambridge, Somerville, Everett, Revere, and the surrounding Metro-North communities. It includes three hospitals, more than 20 primary care practices, and the Cambridge Public Health Department. With this unique model, the Alliance is able to offer the finest health services, a diverse working environment, and a premier training experience for those interested in community-based medicine.

Job Purpose

In accordance with CHA policies and procedures, federal and state regulations, professional standards of care, and APTA guidelines and code of ethics, the physical therapist evaluates and treats patients in the inpatient acute care setting including the same day joint replacement program. The PT completes all documentation and administrative duties appropriately, participates in performance improvement committees/projects, assists in the orientation of new staff/coop students. Essential job functions are focused on quality care, service excellence, safety, cultural competence, and performance improvement.

Qualifications / Requirements

MA PT licensure and AHA BLS certification required; Inpatient acute care or SNF experience preferred. New grads considered.

Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.