Physical Therapist-Home Care-10K Sign on Bonus

Mass General Brigham; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 70,408 - 103,979; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Massachusetts seeks a Physical Therapist for home care. You'll assist patients in achieving physical performance, evaluate treatment effects, and supervise assistants. Requirements include a license in Massachusetts and preferable experience in a related internship. This role entails effective communication with patients and families, and you'll encourage rehabilitation goals in a supportive environment. Salary ranges from $70,408 to $103,979 annually.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program is required.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred.
• Physical Therapist license in Massachusetts required.
• Class D Massachusetts driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in their homes to achieve maximum physical performance.
• Evaluate effects of treatment and adjust as needed.
• Supervise PTAs according to policy and state regulations.
• Provide in-service education programs for nursing personnel.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Excellent organizational skills

Effective communication skills

Problem solving

Teaching skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist license in Massachusetts

Class D Massachusetts driver’s license

Tools

Electronic Medical Record systems

Job description

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Site: VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, Inc.

Mass General Brigham is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to patient care, research, education, and community service. With a mission-driven workforce that spans doctors, nurses, technologists, researchers, and administrators, we are committed to fostering exceptional care and advancing medical knowledge.

Job Summary

Assist patients in their homes to achieve maximum physical performance while adapting to disabilities. Responsibilities include interpreting physical therapy evaluations, setting goals, administering manual therapies, training patients, and supporting them in using assistive devices.

Essential Functions

• Completes billing sheet accurately by end of day.
• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts 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.
• Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program is required.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred.
• Physical Therapist license in Massachusetts required.
• Class D Massachusetts driver’s license.

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.

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

168 Industrial Drive

Pay Range

$70,408.00 - $103,979.20/Annual

Grade

6

EEO Statement

1930 VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, 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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