Rehab Co-op/Intern

The General Hospital Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a rehab aide co-op to support the rehabilitation staff at 70 Francis Street. Under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will assist with daily operations and help maintain equipment, aiding in patient care and departmental flow.

Ideal candidates include Northeastern students in Health Sciences who are organized, customer-focused, and eager to gain hands-on PT experience through a formal co-op rotation while learning state-licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Organization and prioritization abilities.
• Interest in pursuing a career in physical therapy.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong patient/customer service skills.
• Ability to assist with medical examinations and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist all rehabilitation staff in day-to-day operation per licensing regulations and policies.
• Assist with inventory control under Purchasing Clerk supervision.
• Maintain and clean rehabilitation equipment daily/weekly/monthly.
• Greet/escort patients and facilitate smooth departmental flow.
• Assist supervising therapist in patient care per regulations.
• Under PT supervision, perform PT-intervention aspects you are competent in when rotation occurs.
• Complete other appropriate duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Pursuing PT career

Medical terminology

Customer service

Examinations assistance

Analytical skills

Education

Northeastern student in Health Sciences program

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

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

• 1. Their primary responsibilities are to assist all rehabilitation staff in the day-to-day operation of the service in accordance with State licensing regulations, departmental standards and policies,
• 2. Assists with inventory control with oversight by the Purchasing Clerk of the department.
• 3. Responsible for the daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance and cleaning of rehabilitation equipment.
• 4. Assists in greeting/escorting patients and facilitating smooth departmental flow of patients.
• 5. Assists supervising therapist in patient care in accordance within state licensing regulations.
• 6. Under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist the co-op rehab aide can perform those aspects of physical therapy intervention that they have completed coursework in and that the clinical supervisor has determined that they are competent in performing. (Only applies to the rehab aide co-op when they are actively on a formal co-op rotation and are enrolled PT student).
• 7. Completes other appropriate duties as assigned

• 1. Their primary responsibilities are to assist all rehabilitation staff in the day-to-day operation of the service in accordance with State licensing regulations, departmental standards and policies,
• 2. Assists with inventory control with oversight by the Purchasing Clerk of the department.
• 3. Responsible for the daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance and cleaning of rehabilitation equipment.
• 4. Assists in greeting/escorting patients and facilitating smooth departmental flow of patients.
• 5. Assists supervising therapist in patient care in accordance within state licensing regulations.
• 6. Under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist the co-op rehab aide can perform those aspects of physical therapy intervention that they have completed coursework in and that the clinical supervisor has determined that they are competent in performing. (Only applies to the rehab aide co-op when they are actively on a formal co-op rotation and are enrolled PT student).
• 7. Completes other appropriate duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education
• Northeastern student enrolled in Health Sciences program

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to organize/prioritize.
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in physical therapy.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong patient/customer service skills.
• Ability to assist with medical examinations and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

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

70 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$18.58 - $26.58/Hourly

Grade

3

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. 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. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.