Physical Therapist, Outpatient, Per Diem/Evenings - Pawtucket

Mass General Brigham; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team in Pawtucket. This role involves providing essential physical therapy services to patients with various impairments, collaborating with a diverse team, and ensuring effective patient education. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills while adapting to the needs of the patients. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that values diversity and inclusion, making a meaningful impact in the community. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program required.
• Licensed as a physical therapist in Rhode Island.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to patients with impairments.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and educate patients.
• Supervise support personnel and manage resources effectively.

Skills

BLS certification

Effective communication skills

Basic math skills

Physical therapy evaluation techniques

Problem-solving skills

Teaching skills

Patient interaction skills

Computer proficiency

Adaptability to work schedule

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Physical Therapist, Outpatient, Per Diem/Evenings - Pawtucket

Physical Therapist, Outpatient, Per Diem/Evenings - Pawtucket

Apply remote type Onsite locations Pawtucket-RI time type Part time posted on Posted 13 Days Ago job requisition id RQ3313677 Site: Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.

Job Summary

Provide physical therapy services to patients who have impairments, functional limitations, or disabilities resulting from injury, disease or other causes. Practice in collaboration with other members of interdisciplinary team. Educate patients, families and others. Direct and supervise support personnel. Manage technical, environmental, and financial resources effectively and efficiently.

1. Physical Therapy needs are assessed and evaluated according to organizational and professional guidelines.
2. Treatment plan reflects understanding of patients’ age and situation including discharge plan.
3. Treatment plan is revised based on patient progress towards stated goals.
4. Documentation is complete, timely and in accordance with facility and practice guidelines.
5. Therapy and health care students are oriented, trained, and mentored to achieve stated performance expectations.
6. Performance Improvement opportunities are identified and acted upon as appropriate to implement best practices.
7. Additional department, organization, or network activities are completed per established objectives.
8. SRN Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are upheld.

Education/Degree - Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program required.

Licensure - Licensed (and in good standing) as a physical therapist in the state of Rhode Island.

Skills

1. BLS required.
2. Effective verbal and written communication skills with the English language.
3. Basic skills in math and computer science.
4. Appropriate knowledge of physical therapy evaluation and treatment techniques to manage the rehabilitation population.
5. Effective problem solving skills for physical therapy evaluation, interpretation, treatment planning and execution taking into consideration patient’s age, psychosocial, cultural and religious background.
6. Basic skills in teaching other and self assessment of learning needs, strengths, and professional goals.
7. Safely execute all job responsibilities without risking injury to self or patients.
8. Demonstrates the ability to assess and interact with patients and families using the theories of human growth and development, family systems, and cultural background.
9. Computer proficiency required. Microsoft office applications preferred with ability to learn new software.
10. Maintain variable work schedule depending on hospital/program needs to provide patient care (evening, holidays, weekend and travel).

Preferred

1. Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse population.
2. Work independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team.
3. Anticipates challenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them.
4. High level of service delivery. Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations.
5. Attention to detail.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type Onsite

Work Location 123 Main Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours 0

Employee Type Per Diem

Work Shift Evening (United States of America)

EEO Statement: Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.