Outpatient Physical Therapist Float - Spaulding Cape Cod

Mass General Brigham•East Sandwich, MA

1d•$97,292 - $119,787•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves assisting patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. The Physical Therapist will restore patient physical functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results, determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans, administering manual exercises, and instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and using assistive and supportive devices. The position offers 8% premium float pay and a $10,000 sign-on bonus, with float locations in Sandwich, Hyannis, and Orleans.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program is required.
For licensure prior to 2016, a bachelor's or master's degree is acceptable; licensure from 2016 onward requires completion of a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.
Physical Therapist [Massachusetts License] - required
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.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree Physical Therapy preferred
Doctor of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy preferred
Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - preferred
Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program 1-2 years preferred

Responsibilities

Completes billing sheet accurately by end of day.
Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
Performs patient assessment and establishes a plan of care.
Provides in-service education programs for nursing personnel as needed.
Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.
Discusses evaluation, goals and treatment with both patient and family.
Participates in Hospital-wide quality process improvement.
Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.