Physical Therapist, Needham Pediatric Sports/Ortho/Performance
Company: Boston Children's Hospital
Location: Needham Heights
Posted on: July 17, 2025
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Job Description:
Position Summary/Department Summary: We are currently seeking a
full-time pediatric sports/orthopedics/performance outpatient
physical therapist for our new Needham location (free parking!)
This is an immediate hire with initial training provided in
Waltham/Boston before the Needham clinic opens in January 2026. Key
Responsibilities: Performing complex diagnostic evaluations upon
referral and by departmental and professional guidelines and
standards. Verifying appropriateness of referral, contacting
provider as necessary. Reviewing patient medical history/record and
selecting, administering, and interpreting standardized and
non-standardized tests and measurements to assess patients’
functional status related to cardiopulmonary, developmental,
musculoskeletal, neurological, and sensorimotor function.
Integrating knowledge into clinical decisions and recommendations.
Developing and implementing individualized patient treatment
programs. Establishing treatment goals and administering
appropriate physical therapy procedures and modalities. Preparing
discharge plans and home treatment programs. Providing education to
patients and families. Monitoring treatment outcomes, modifying
programs as needed, and communicating recommendations to physicians
and other providers. Recommending orthotics, adaptive/assistive
equipment, and technology for patients with complex, rare, or
multiple dysfunctions. Integrates knowledge into clinical
decision-making to meet specific treatment objectives. Liaison with
equipment designers and vendors regarding equipment specifications
and patient needs. Training patients, families, and caretakers in
the use/operation of prescribed orthotics/equipment, monitors and
evaluates effectiveness, and initiates modifications as needed.
Recording assessments, diagnoses, and treatment inpatient medical
records according to established documentation standards. Prepares
reports, correspondence, referrals, and other materials for
schools, providers, payers, and others as needed. Assigning
standardized billing codes and corresponding charges required for
reimbursement. Identifying and developing clinical knowledge and
skills through participation in professional organizations,
attending continuing education programs, peer review, and other
related internal and external resources. Sharing knowledge gained
from professional development activities with the department.
Serving as a clinical instructor in a departmental student
externship program upon completing eligibility requirements.
Planning learning objectives and arranges related clinical
experiences. Monitoring performance, providing guidance and
feedback, and preparing and conducting student evaluations. May
participate in departmental training and staff development
programs. May supervise assigned direct reports, including physical
therapist assistants (PTA) or rehab aides. Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy Experience:
Minimum of one year of licensed PT experience preferred Previous
Pediatric Sports/Orthopedics/Performance PT experience highly
preferred Licensure/Certifications: Physical Therapist license in
the state of MA New hires are eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus!
Schedule is M-F Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive
compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules,
affordable health, vision and dental insurance, childcare 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. plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes.
Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Keywords: Boston Children's Hospital, Nantucket , Physical Therapist, Needham Pediatric Sports/Ortho/Performance, Healthcare , Needham Heights, Massachusetts
