Job Summary
Physical Therapist Outpatient (PT OP) — Position located in the specified healthcare facility. This role involves evaluating new patients, establishing treatment goals, administering diagnostic tests, and providing rehabilitative services to adult and pediatric patients. The focus is on restoring function, preventing disability, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes through evidence-based physical therapy practices.
Job Details
Position Description:
Responsible for organizing and conducting medically prescribed treatment programs for adult and pediatric patients to help restore function and prevent disability in accordance with established principles and practices of physical therapy. Tasks include evaluating new patients, setting measurable treatment goals, establishing appropriate treatment plans, and documenting patient care. Administers diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests to assess impairments and prognosis. Implements treatment modalities, re-evaluates as necessary, and modifies plans based on progress. Communicates effectively with healthcare team members regarding patient status, needs, and discharge planning. Provides patient and family education on therapeutic procedures, assists in training new personnel, and maintains compliance with departmental policies, safety, and infection control standards. Attends meetings and participates in professional development activities. Maintains daily records of patient activity and charges, and performs other related duties as assigned. Demonstrates a commitment to service excellence by providing compassionate, accountable, and respectful care.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program, licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, effective English communication skills, and current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Schedule:
Days shift, 12-hour shift hours, minimum 36 hours per week.
Additional Information:
Provides guidance and direction to Physical Therapist Assistants, Aides, and students; maintains departmental standards; and supports professional growth through participation in educational activities and documentation of patient care. The role spans from the start date of 12/14/2026 to the end date of 03/13/2027.
Benefits
- The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits
