IRP - Physical Therapist

1410 Mass General Brigham Home Care, Inc.; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham Home Care, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist to assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance and adapting to disabilities.

You will interpret evaluations, set treatment goals, and guide patients through exercises and assistive devices, with licensure required and DPT preferred for newer candidates. Responsibilities include billing, assessing progress, planning care, and educating nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program is required.
• Before 2016, a bachelor's or master's degree is acceptable; from 2016 onward, a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) is required.
• State licensure as a Physical Therapist is required.

Responsibilities

• Completes billing sheet by end of day.
• Evaluates treatment effects and adjusts plans for maximum benefit.
• Performs patient assessment and establishes a plan of care.
• Provides in-service education to nursing staff as needed.
• Documents goals, progress, and reevaluation plans.
• Discusses evaluation and treatment with patient and family.
• Participates in hospital-wide quality process improvements.
• Supervises PTAs according to policy and state regulations.

Skills

EMR Systems

Communication

Teaching

Organization

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

Job Summary

Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. Restores Patient Physical Functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans; administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and in using assistive and supportive devices. Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program is required. For licensure prior to 2016, a bachelor's or master's degree is acceptable; licensure from 2016 onward requires completion of a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Completes billing sheet accurately by end of day.
• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
• Performs patient assessment and establishes a plan of care.
• Provides in-service education programs for nursing personnel as needed.
• Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.
• Discusses evaluation, goals and treatment with both patient and family.
• Participates in Hospital-wide quality process improvement.
• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
• Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.

Qualifications

Education Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy required or Master's Degree Physical Therapy preferred or Doctor of Physical Therapy 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

Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred

Experience

Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program 1-2 years preferred

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.

Pay Range

Min: $60.00 Mid: $70.00

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 Occassionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occassionally (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 399 Revolution Drive

EEO Statement

1410 Mass General Brigham Home Care, 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.

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