Full-Time Physical Therapist

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each participant’s needs, abilities, and goals.
• Provide training to individuals and staff, including therapeutic exercises, gait training, mobility interventions, and use of adaptive equipment.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, case managers, and day habilitation staff to coordinate care.
• Document all services rendered in accordance with Medicaid Day Habilitation standards and maintain accurate, timely clinical records.
• Train and support day program staff in carrying out physical therapy-related strategies and safety techniques during daily activities, including therapeutic exercises, gait training, mobility interventions, and use of adaptive equipment.
• Participate in annual assessments and team meetings to review and revise participants’ Individual Service Plans (ISPs), as needed.
• Maintain current knowledge of best practices in physical therapy for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current and valid license to practice as a Physical Therapist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible caseload.