Physical Therapist, Outpatient (South Bay, Winthrop and Hyde Park Clinics)
Listed compensation
$40.03-$51.79/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only
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Job Description
- Position: Physical Therapist, Outpatient (South Bay, Winthrop and Hyde Park Clinics)
- Location: Boston, MA
- Schedule: 40 hours per week (M-F)
Position Summary
The Staff Physical Therapist conducts comprehensive assessments of patients in the outpatient setting with physical and functional deficits, planning and implementing physical therapy treatments to promote mobility, reduce pain, restore function, prevent permanent disability and restore independence, using various treatment techniques.
Collaborates with other disciplines to arrange for appropriate follow-up care and facilitates a returning to prior levels of to home and work function. Provides student training according to departmental guidelines and participates in continuous education.
Job Responsibilities
Conducts physical therapy evaluation procedures according to professional and departmental guidelines. Establishes treatment goals and plans that reflect the needs of the patients while meeting departmental, institutional, and third party reimbursement requirements.
Implements comprehensive individual and group treatment. Consistently demonstrates clinical competence. Complies with departmental, institutional, and accrediting agency policies and standards. Shows evidence of on-going professional growth and knowledge of regulations and standards.
Participates in the development and evaluation of physical therapy programs Collaborates with colleagues and other professionals to provide high quality patient care. Orients medical professional staff and the community to physical therapy. Supervises physical therapy students.
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).
Job Requirements Education
Work requires a Bachelor’s / Master’s or equivalent in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution by time of hire. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED: Work requires a current Commonwealth of Massachusetts license or ability to obtain license by time of hire. APTA and MCAPTA membership preferred. Work requires a current CPR certification by time of hire EXPERIENCE: New grads welcome; experienced therapists encouraged to apply.
Knowledge and Skills
Work requires interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients, families and various members of the health care team. Work requires analytical abilities sufficient to evaluate patients’ condition, capabilities and progress to develop appropriate treatment programs.
Why Join Boston Medical Center?
- 6.5 weeks PTO (33 days!) – Work-life balance matters
- Additional 3 days each year to be used for continuing education
- FREE health insurance plan option – Because your health comes first
- Competitive
Compensation
Package
- Education reimbursement – Invest in your future
- Free parking – At all Outpatient Locations
- Growth opportunities – don’t leave your career path up to chance; we’ve built a formal career ladder so you always know your next step
- BMC is a qualifying organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Experienced Therapists
- Established Clinical Career Ladder with clearly defined advancement pathways
- Structured Professional Growth Framework that rewards experience, advanced certifications, and clinical excellence with title progression and compensation increases
- Specialty Areas in orthopedics, lymphedema, vestibular therapy, pelvic health, chronic pain, pediatrics and other high-demand practice areas
- Long-Term Career Stability within a growing organization committed to therapist retention and internal promotion New graduates – we offer a formal mentorship program that will:
- Help build confidence in clinical decision-making
- Provide exposure to specialty areas (e. g., ortho, neuro, pelvic health)
- Offer guidance on career pathways (leadership, residency, specialization) “We ensure mentorship is built into your schedule, so you get protected time each week for guidance and skill development.” ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: Boston Medical Center outpatient department has three facilities in and around Boston. The Dorchester location is conveniently located in the South Bay shopping center and is our largest facility. Our Hyde Park location services our patients south of Boston and our Winthrop location provides care to our patients north and east of the city. Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.
Compensation Range
$40.03- $51.79 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer.
This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements.
In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website.
We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment. Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job.
It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond.
BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work.
A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too. Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer.
We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.
If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request. Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program.
As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital. BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms.
We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment. To avoid becoming a victim of an employment offer scam, please follow these tips from the FTC: FTC Tips
Key Responsibilities
The Staff Physical Therapist conducts comprehensive assessments and implements treatment plans to restore mobility and function for outpatient patients. Responsibilities include collaborating with other disciplines, supervising students, and participating in program development.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physical Therapy and a current Massachusetts license or the ability to obtain one. CPR certification is required, while APTA and MCAPTA memberships are preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
In Massachusetts, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (601 salary observations; 1,306 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,056 salary observations; 57,503 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$95k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $90k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist, Outpatient (South Bay, Winthrop and Hyde Park Clinics) at BMC Software a 6.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,085 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
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