Dynamic Physical Therapist — Hospital Rehab

Spaulding Hospital - Boston and Cambridge; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,085 - 117,697; Full time

Job summary

Spaulding Hospital - Boston and Cambridge is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to plan and administer medically prescribed therapy for patients to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of body part. The role includes supervising Physical Therapy Assistants and training new staff as needed.

Responsibilities include establishing goals, supervising PTAs, delivering individual and group therapy in outpatient settings, contributing to discharge

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy required or Master's/Doctorate Physical Therapy preferred
• Experience: 1-2 years in hospital, rehab or ambulatory setting required
• Licenses: Physical Therapist license and BLS preferred

Responsibilities

• Establishes therapy goals and formulates a treatment plan.
• Supervises PTAs according to policy and state regulations.
• Provides individual, family and group therapy sessions for outpatient clients.
• Participates in hospice and home health case conferences.
• Participates in discharge planning.
• Performs initial assessments using standardized tools and documents treatment in medical records.

Skills

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

EMR familiarity

Written communication

Teaching others

Problem solving

Accreditation knowledge

Education

Bachelor/Master/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Tools

None

Job description

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

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Job Summary

Summary

Responsible for planning and administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs for patients to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability following disease, injury or loss of body part. They will be responsible for Physical Therapy Student and Physical Therapy Assistants as well as training new staff as needed.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

-Establishes therapy goals and formulates a treatment plan based on evaluation results.

-Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.

-Provides individual, family and group therapy sessions for clients engaged in outpatient therapy

-Participates in the interdisciplinary group for hospice patients and the case conference meetings for home health patients.

-Participates in discharge planning.

-Provides initial assessment of clinical needs using standardized tools and protocols and facilitate recommendations for treatment.

-Records all pertinent data in the patient's medical records.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy required or Master's Degree Physical Therapy preferred or Doctorate Physical Therapy preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Physical Therapist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
Experience
Experience working as a physical therapist in a hospital, rehab or Ambulatory setting 1-2 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems.
- Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
- Teaching others how to do something.
- Excellent problem solving, case management and communication skills.
- Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)

Walking Frequently (34-66%)

Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs

Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)

Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)

Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Balancing Frequently (34-66%)

Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Reaching Frequently (34-66%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

1575 Cambridge Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$90,084.80 - $119,787.20/Annual

Grade

6At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

1460 Spaulding Hospital-Cambridge, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

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