<p>Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester, Massachusetts is recruiting a full-time outpatient Physical Therapist to join a well-established rehabilitation program embedded within a comprehensive, state-of-the-art acute care facility. New graduates are actively encouraged to apply — the department offers direct access to senior leadership and a dedicated mentorship program. Sign-on bonuses of up to $20,000 are available for qualifying candidates, making this an exceptional entry point or career-growth opportunity in central Massachusetts.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Sign-on bonus up to $20,000 for qualifying candidates</li> <li>New higher pay rates in effect — competitive compensation reflecting current market conditions</li> <li>Full-time employment status with access to the full benefits package</li> <li>Dedicated mentor assigned at onboarding — structured support for new graduates and early-career PTs</li> <li>Direct access to senior leadership within the rehabilitation department</li> <li>Resources, tools, and organizational support for ongoing professional development and career pathway advancement</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Full-time outpatient Physical Therapy position within Saint Vincent Hospital's comprehensive orthopedics and rehabilitation program</li> <li>Interdisciplinary team model — PT functions as a core team member alongside physicians, nursing, and other allied health professionals</li> <li>Responsibilities include patient evaluation, assessment and re-assessment, individualized care planning, direct patient care, and functional goal development in collaboration with patients and families</li> <li>Responds to physician orders for physical therapy; reviews and modifies treatment plans based on patient progress</li> <li>Focus on restoring and improving functional mobility, with the goal of returning patients to their highest level of independence</li> <li>Advanced facility features on campus include Da Vinci robotic surgery, CyberKnife technology, advanced heart and vascular services, and a women & infants program — supporting a broad and complex patient referral base</li> <li>State-of-the-art facility located in the heart of Worcester, serving a large and diverse community population</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Master's Degree in Physical Therapy (MPT) or Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) required</li> <li>Active Massachusetts Physical Therapy state licensure required prior to start date</li> <li>Minimum two years of experience as a practicing PT in a healthcare setting preferred; new graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply</li> <li>Ability to administer and interpret standardized tests and measurements and translate findings into individualized treatment plans</li> <li>Successful completion of pre-employment background check and health screening, including drug screen, required</li> <li>Proof of vaccination or approved exemption (religious or medical) required in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law; exempted candidates are subject to regular testing protocols</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Worcester is Massachusetts' second-largest city, offering an urban lifestyle with a notably lower cost of living than Boston — located approximately 45 miles to the east and easily accessible by commuter rail. The city is home to a vibrant arts and dining scene, multiple colleges and universities, and a growing healthcare and biotech corridor. Outdoor recreation, including hiking in the Wachusett Mountain region and access to numerous lakes and parks, is readily available throughout central Massachusetts, making Worcester an attractive destination for clinicians seeking professional opportunity without sacrificing quality of life.</p>