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.