Physical Therapist - Upham's PACE
Upham's PACE
Boston, MA
Posting Date: February 5, 2024
Posting Expiration Date: July 1, 2024
Contact:Stefani Wood
swood@uphams.org
617-288-0970 x 8828
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- This position is flexible and part time approximately 15-20 hours per week.
- No evenings, weekends or holidays.
- Provide physical therapy assessments, reassessments, screens and interventions to PACE participants to promote and maximize physical and functional mobility.
- Conduct initial physical therapy evaluations, reassessments, and screens of PACE participants in accordance with PACE guidelines Educate and supervise staff, participants and family members regarding physical therapy rehabilitation principles.
- Conduct home safety and community re-entry assessments Order durable medical equipment and recommend environmental modifications to maximize functional mobility within the home.
- Provide adequate documentation including but not limited to safety evaluations, assessments, screens, treatment plans, progress notes in accordance with PACE guidelines.
- Participate in daily and weekly clinical team meetings.
- Foster participant confidentiality.
- Contribute to quality improvement committees and program development projects.
- Delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately.
- Participate in rehabilitation meetings.
- Delegate and implement appropriate treatment plans for Physical Therapy Assistants and Restorative Aides Actively seek opportunities for professional growth as a physical therapist in the adult and geriatric population.
- Performs duties as requested by Supervisor.
If interested, please apply here.