Brown Medicine·Cranston, Rhode Island
The Physical Therapist evaluates patients to establish diagnoses and develops individualized plans of care. They implement treatment interventions and perform ongoing evaluations throughout the episode of care.
***$3,000 sign-On bonus included***
The Physical Therapist reports directly to the Clinical Manager and/ or Assistant Clinical Manager (ACM) of their respective department and may receive clinical guidance from senior staff and/or clinical specialists. The Physical Therapist completes comprehensive examinations of body structure to determine functional impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions. The Physical Therapist establishes diagnosis and prognosis; develops an individualized plan of care; implements treatment interventions; and performs on-going evaluations throughout episode of care.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.
New graduates will be considered. Clinical experience in program specific settings is preferred.
Performs independently within the department’s policies and practices
Refers specific complex problems to ACM and/or Clinical Manager when clarification of departmental policies and procedures is required
Independently sets goals for professional development
Membership and involvement in discipline specific professional organization and/or other clinically relevant organization is strongly encouraged
No direct supervision. However, pursuant to the state of Rhode Island Rules and Regulations for Licensing Physical Therapists, a licensed physical therapist shall at all times be responsible for the supervision of physical therapist assistants, supportive personnel, and students to ensure the safety and welfare of patients Provides consistent and thorough supervision of assistants, aides, therapists, and volunteers including cosigning notes, reviewing patient treatment plans and goals.
$35.90-$59.23
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903
M-F 7-5: 30, some weekends
Per Diem - As required
A Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy is required, with a Master or Doctorate preferred. A state license from the Rhode Island Department of Health is also required, and new graduates will be considered.
Market context
In Rhode Island, allied-health employers commonly look for licensed Physical Therapists to support outpatient, inpatient, and rehabilitation settings, so demand tends to stay steady for qualified candidates. These roles are competitive because employers often prioritize an accredited PT degree, an unrestricted license, and current CPR/BLS certification, alongside benefits like medical coverage and disability protection. Before applying, confirm your license and BLS are current, and use the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare openings without rereading the full posting.
