Physical Therapist I - Inpatient Acute Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's The General Hospital Corporation seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to lead and deliver outpatient therapy, supervise PTAs, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team. The role includes discharge planning and direct patient care at 15 Parkman Street.

Requirements include PT degree (DPT/PhD or PT), state license, BLS, and 1–2 years hospital or rehab experience; onsite work with a 40-hour week and a sign-on bonus of $10,000. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy required or advanced PT degree preferred.
• State license as Physical Therapist required.
• BLS certification preferred.
• 1-2 years of hospital, rehab, or ambulatory PT experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish therapy goals and formulate a treatment plan.
• Supervise PTAs per policy and state regulations.
• Provide individual, family and group therapy in outpatient settings.
• Participate in hospice group and home health case conferences.
• Participate in discharge planning.
• Perform initial clinical assessments and document in EMR.

Skills

Medical terminology

Electronic Medical Record systems

Written communication

Teaching others

Problem solving

Education

DPT/PhD or PT degree 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

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 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

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits
• career advancement opportunities
• differentials
• premiums and bonuses as applicable
• recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth

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.

At 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.

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.

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