Physical Therapist (PT)
Listed compensation
$40-$55/hr
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Job Description
- Physical Therapist (PT)
- Leonard Florence Center for Living | Chelsea, MA
- Pay: $40.00 – $55.00 per hour, based on experience
- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus!
- Full-Time | Part-Time | Per Diem (PRN)
Make a Difference Every Day. Join a Team That Values You!
Are you a compassionate Physical Therapist looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a truly one-of-a-kind setting? Leonard Florence Center for Living is not your typical skilled nursing facility!
Recognized nationally for its innovative, state-of-the-art design and groundbreaking Green House® model of care, our facility specializes in providing exceptional, person-centered care to individuals living with ALS, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), other neurological conditions, and ventilator dependency, as well as residents receiving short-term rehabilitation.
Our unique environment combines advanced medical technology with the warmth and comforts of home, creating opportunities for residents to maintain mobility, maximize independence, and enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
As a Physical Therapist, you'll play an essential role in evaluating residents, developing individualized treatment plans, and helping individuals improve or maintain their strength, mobility, functional abilities, and independence.
You'll also have the opportunity to work with innovative assistive technologies and collaborate with a dedicated interdisciplinary team.
We're looking for a skilled, compassionate Physical Therapist who wants to make a lasting impact while being part of something truly special. Whether you're seeking full-time, part-time, or PRN opportunities, come experience the difference of working at Leonard Florence Center for Living!
Why Join Our Team?
Competitive Pay: Earn $40.00 – $55.00 per hour, based on experience + $10,000 Sign-on bonus for full-time positions!
Flexible Employment Options: Full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities to fit your schedule.
Free Groceries! Shop our on-site grocery stores weekly and get two bags of free groceries!
- Meaningful Work: Build relationships with residents and make a positive difference in their lives every day.
- Great Benefits: Eligible positions offer medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, and additional voluntary benefits.
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation and sick time, plus a paid birthday on part-time and full-time positions!
- Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside dedicated professionals in a welcoming, inclusive workplace where your contributions matter.
What You'll Do as a Physical Therapist
Evaluate residents' physical abilities, mobility, strength, balance, and functional limitations to develop individualized treatment plans based on their unique needs and goals.
Provide therapeutic interventions to improve or maintain mobility, strength, endurance, balance, coordination, and overall functional independence.
Work with residents living with ALS, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), other neurological conditions, ventilator dependency, and those requiring short-term rehabilitation, adapting treatment approaches to each individual's abilities and medical needs.
Utilize specialized equipment, assistive devices, and adaptive technologies to maximize residents' mobility, positioning, safety, comfort, and quality of life.
Collaborate with nursing, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and the interdisciplinary care team to monitor progress, modify treatment plans, document services, and promote the highest level of independence possible.
What We're Looking For
Master or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy
- Current, valid Massachusetts Physical Therapist (PT) license.
- Prior experience with high-tech assistive technologies preferred
- ATP certification through RESNA or interest in obtaining ATP certification
- Strong clinical assessment and patient evaluation skills.
- Must be able to communicate fluently in English - both verbally and written
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're a Physical Therapist looking for a great team that appreciates the work you do, we encourage you to apply!
Apply today to join Leonard Florence Center for Living and take the next step in your Physical Therapist career. We look forward to meeting you!
Chelsea Jewish Lifecare Communities is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity or expression, genetics, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, veteran status or any other status that is protected by local, state or federal law.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist will evaluate residents to develop and implement individualized treatment plans aimed at improving strength, mobility, and functional independence. They will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide therapeutic interventions for residents with complex neurological conditions and short-term rehabilitation needs.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy and possess a current, valid Massachusetts Physical Therapist license. Strong clinical assessment skills and experience or interest in high-tech assistive technologies are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$99k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $93k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 44% have no call, 58% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $83k–$114k | Physical Therapy median $88k (middle half $83k–$120k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$93k in purchasing power | Massachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Massachusetts | 573 active | 21,476 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 8% remote · 44% no call · 58% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $10k sign-on | Massachusetts Physical Therapist listings: 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 19% offer loan repayment598 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,740 in the last 30 days | 4,063 the 30 days before (+90%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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