Physical Therapist Outpatient Pain and Ortho

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

Job summary

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Mass General Brigham, seeks a Physical Therapist specializing in pain and orthopedic rehab. The role plans and administers medically prescribed therapy to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability, guiding PT Students and PTAs while training staff as needed.

You will work in outpatient or hospital settings, establish goals, develop plans, supervise PTAs, and participate in discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy required.
• 1–2 years of hospital, rehab, or ambulatory PT experience.
• Valid state license as a Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Establish therapy goals and formulate a treatment plan.
• Supervise PTAs according to policy and state regulations.
• Provide individual, family and group therapy sessions for clients in outpatient therapy.
• Participate in discharge planning.
• Record all pertinent data in the patient’s medical records.
• Train Physical Therapy Students and Assistants as needed.

Skills

Therapy planning

PT supervision

EMR familiarity

Communication skills

Discharge planning

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Site

The Spaulding Rehabilitation 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

PT Pain and Ortho Needed for Spaulding 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 Masters or Doctorate Physical Therapy required

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

101 Main 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 6

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