Job Description
Physical Therapist II, Needham Female Athlete/Pelvic Health at Boston Children's Hospital summary:
The Physical Therapist II specializes in female athlete and pelvic health, conducting complex diagnostic evaluations and developing individualized treatment programs. They supervise and train junior staff while providing education to patients and families. This role includes clinical instruction, documentation, and collaboration with healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient care.
Position Summary/ Department Summary:
We are currently seeking a full-time female athlete / pelvic health physical therapist for our new Needham location (free parking!) This is an immediate hire with initial training provided in Waltham/Boston before the Needham clinic opens in January 2026.
Key Responsibilities: - Performing complex diagnostic evaluations upon referral and by departmental and professional guidelines and standards. Verifying appropriateness of referral, contacting provider as necessary. Reviewing patient medical history/record and selecting, administering, and interpreting standardized and non-standardized tests and measurements to assess patients’ functional status related to cardiopulmonary, developmental, musculoskeletal, neurological, and sensorimotor function. Integrating knowledge into clinical decisions and recommendations.
- Developing and implementing individualized patient treatment programs. Establishing treatment goals and administering appropriate physical therapy procedures and modalities. Preparing discharge plans and home treatment programs. Providing education to patients and families. Monitoring treatment outcomes, modifying programs as needed, and communicating recommendations to physicians and other providers.
- Recommending orthotics, adaptive/assistive equipment, and technology for patients with complex, rare, or multiple dysfunctions. Integrates knowledge into clinical decision-making to meet specific treatment objectives. Training patients, families, and caretakers in the use/operation of prescribed orthotics/equipment, monitors and evaluates effectiveness, and initiates modifications as needed.
- Recording assessments, diagnoses, and treatment inpatient medical records according to established documentation standards. Prepares reports, correspondence, referrals, and other materials for schools, providers, payers, and others as needed.
- Identifying and developing clinical knowledge and skills through participation in professional organizations, attending continuing education programs, peer review, and other related internal and external resources. Sharing knowledge gained from professional development activities with the department.
- Serving as a clinical instructor in a departmental student externship program upon completing eligibility requirements. Planning learning objectives and arranges related clinical experiences. Monitoring performance, providing guidance and feedback, and preparing and conducting student evaluations.
- Acts as a supervisor for assigned direct reports, including physical therapist I, physical therapist assistants and rehab aides. Assists in monitoring work assignments, identifying areas for improvement and professional development, providing instruction and feedback, and participating in performance evaluations. Assists in development of annual goals and objectives.
- May participate in departmental training and staff development programs. May supervise assigned direct reports, including physical therapist assistants (PTA) or rehab aides.
Minimum Qualifications Education: - Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy
Experience: - Minimum of 3-5 of licensed PT experience required
- Previous Female Athlete / Pelvic Health experience highly preferred
Licensure/Certifications: - Physical Therapist license in the state of MA
New hires are eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus!
Schedule is M-F Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, childcare and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork. plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Keywords:
physical therapy, female athlete health, pelvic health, patient evaluation, treatment planning, clinical supervision, rehabilitation, orthotics, patient education, healthcare
Job Tags
Full time, Immediate start, Relocation package, Flexible hours,