Physical Therapist I - Inpatient Acute Care

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham in Boston, MA, is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to administer and supervise PT services, building and adjusting treatment plans to restore function after disease or injury.

You will mentor PT students and assistants, collaborate with hospice and home health teams, participate in discharge planning, and document care in the medical record. A PT license and BLS are required, with 1–2 years hospital or rehab experience.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy is required or preferred.
• Licenses: Physical Therapist license; BLS certification preferred.
• Experience: 1-2 years as a PT in hospital, rehab, or ambulatory settings.
• Knowledge and skills: medical terminology, organization, EMR familiarity, and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

EMR familiarity

Written communication

Teaching others

Problem solving

Accreditation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

$10,000 sign on bonus available

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

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

15 Parkman Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$90,000 - $119,787.20/Annual

Grade

6

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.

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EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation 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.