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Physical Therapist - Nantucket
 Nantucket Cottage Hospital (NCH) | |
$74,547.20 - $112,008.00
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 United States, Massachusetts, Nantucket | |
| 57 Prospect Street (Show on map) | |
 Jun 12, 2026 | |
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Nantucket Cottage Hospital is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist for a hospital based outpatient position that also includes parttime coverage in acute care and the Emergency Department. This role offers a unique opportunity to build strong clinical skills across the full continuum of care, supporting patients from their first moments in the ED through their recovery in outpatient therapy.
We are committed to developing therapists and enhancing our ability to care for hospital and ED patients. Your schedule will include structured mentorship modeled on the one year Massachusetts APTA mentorship program, along with dedicated professional development time. You will also have the opportunity to attend at least one EPSIG event and one APTA Massachusetts event such as the Fall Conference, SIG programs, or district events. Our outpatient caseload includes orthopedic, sports, geriatric, vestibular, and neurologic conditions. You will join a passionate and supportive therapy team with a wide range of expertise and a strong commitment to high quality patient care. Physical Therapists at Nantucket Cottage Hospital have the rare opportunity to follow patients across their entire care journey. If you are looking for meaningful mentorship, diverse clinical experience, and a supportive team in a oneofakind setting, we encourage you to apply. Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. Restores Patient Physical Functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans; administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and in using assistive and supportive devices. Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program is required. For licensure prior to 2016, a bachelor's or master's degree is acceptable; licensure from 2016 onward requires completion of a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. Essential Functions -Completes billing sheet accurately by end of day. -Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit. -Performs patient assessment and establishes a plan of care. -Provides in-service education programs for nursing personnel as needed. -Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation. -Discusses evaluation, goals and treatment with both patient and family. -Participates in Hospital-wide quality process improvement. -Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit. -Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations. Education Vehicle Driver's License preferred Physical Requirements
Nantucket Cottage Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. | |