Overview

Company
Tenet Healthcare
Location
Worcester, MA, United States
Employment type
On-site
Tenet Healthcare

Healthcare & Caregiving • Worcester, MA, United States

Physical Therapist

Worcester, MA, United StatesOn-sitePosted 11 hours ago
Healthcare & Caregiving

About the Role

Up to $20,000 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility
Evaluates, plans, and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of physical therapy. Functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing patient assessment/re-assessment, direct patient care, and individualized care planning/implementation.
  • Responds to physician orders for occupational therapy.
  • Administers and interprets tests and measurements of patients.
  • Reviews patient charts and progress prior to treatment and modifies treatment plan accordingly.
  • Develops functional goals based on patient and/or family expectations.
  • Develops, improves, and restores functional mobility, seeking to return patient to highest level of independence.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

Required:
  • Education: Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational therapy
  • Licensure/Certification: State Licensure

Preferred:
  • Experience:
    • 2 years as a practicing OT in a healthcare setting;
    • 1 year experience with hand therapy clientele.
  • Education: Certified Hand Therapist Licensure or significant preparation for CHT certification.

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Embark on a rewarding career with Saint Vincent Hospital hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.
At Saint Vincent Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Career development and continuing education opportunities
  • Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
  • Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Saint Vincent Hospital has been providing high-quality healthcare to Worcester and the surrounding communities for more than 125 years. At Saint Vincent Hospital, we believe you should have access to the treatments you need without having to travel far from home. We are proud to have been the first hospital in central Massachusetts to offer robotically assisted surgical procedures and minimally invasive, computer-assisted joint replacements. Some of the distinctions we have received include designations as a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Services, Bariatric Surgery, and both Knee and Hip Replacement. We continue to be leaders in advanced treatments like ourCyberKnife Radiosurgery, and our Cardiac Rehabilitation Program whichoffers a unique, specialized approach to overcoming heart health challenges. Healthgrades awarded Saint Vincent Hospital #1 in Cardiology in the state and one of Americas 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention in 2023 and 2024, which puts Saint Vincent Hospital in the top 5% of hospitals nationwide for coronary intervention. At Saint Vincent Hospital, you can grow your career skills through a wide range of specialties and help support the overall health of our community. Join our team!
$39.53 - $57.33 **Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual's qualifications and experience

What You'll Do

Responds to physician orders for occupational therapy.
Administers and interprets tests and measurements of patients.
Reviews patient charts and progress prior to treatment and modifies treatment plan accordingly.
Develops functional goals based on patient and/or family expectations.
Develops, improves, and restores functional mobility, seeking to return patient to highest level of independence.
Performs other related duties as assigned

Skills & Technologies

Healthcare & Caregiving