Per Diem - Physical Therapist
Company: Boston Children's Hospital
Location: Weymouth
Posted on: January 10, 2026
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Job Description:
Performs complex diagnostic evaluations upon referral and in
accordance with departmental and professional guidelines and
standards. Verifies appropriateness of referral, contacting
provider as necessary. Reviews patient medical history/record and
selects, administers and interprets standardized and non
standardized tests and measurements in order to assess patients’
functional status related to cardiopulmonary, developmental,
musculoskeletal, neurological and sensorimotor function. Integrates
knowledge into clinical decisions and recommendations. Develops and
implements individualized patient treatment programs. Establishes
treatment goals and administers appropriate physical therapy
procedures and modalities. Prepares discharge plans and home
treatment programs. Provides education to patients and families.
Monitors treatment outcomes, modifying program as needed and
communicating recommendations to physicians and other providers.
Recommends orthotics, adaptive/assistive equipment and technology
for patients, including those with complex, rare or multiple
dysfunctions. Integrates knowledge into clinical decision making in
order to meet specific treatment objectives. Communicates with
equipment designers and/or vendors regarding equipment
specifications and patient needs. Trains patients, families and/or
caretakers in use/operation of prescribed orthotics/equipment,
monitors and evaluates effectiveness and initiates modifications as
needed. Records assessments, diagnoses and treatment in patient
medical record according to established documentation standards.
Prepares reports, correspondence, referrals and other materials for
schools, providers, payors and others as needed. Assigns
standardized billing codes and corresponding charges required for
reimbursement. Communicates patient care assignments and scheduling
needs to assist with operational planning activities.
Self-identifies and develops clinical knowledge and skills through
participation in professional organizations, attending continuing
education programs, peer review and other related internal and
external resources. Shares knowledge gained from professional
development activities with the department. Attends and contributes
to team meetings, patient care rounds and other interdisciplinary
forums and provides physical therapy consultation to physicians,
outpatient clinics and others as requested. Represents service on
committees, at meetings and educational programs within the
department and hospital. May contribute to advancement of
profession through participation in research, teaching or advocacy.
Serves as a resource in general pediatrics. Participates in unit
and department quality improvement program. Collects and organizes
data and assists in preparing recommendations to improve efficiency
and quality of service delivery. Delegates administration of
physical therapy treatments and related direct patient care to
assistive staff. Provides direction, supervision and follow up as
needed to ensure tasks are performed according to established
standards and guidelines. Serves as clinical instructor in
departmental student externship program upon completion of
eligibility requirements. Plans learning objectives and arranges
related clinical experiences. Monitors performance, provides
guidance and feedback and prepares and conducts student
evaluations. May participate in departmental training and staff
development programs. May act as a supervisor for assigned direct
reports, i The posted pay range is Boston Children’s reasonable and
good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting. Any
base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education,
certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base
pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes
flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance,
child care 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.
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