Outpatient Physical Therapist (Pelvic) - East Greenwich

Mass General Brigham•East Greenwich, RI

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Site: Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands 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. Pelvic Health experience Increased pay rates and $5,000 Sign-on bonus Job Summary Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. Restores Patient Physical Functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans; administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and in using assistive and supportive devices. 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. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes -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. -Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit. -Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.

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.
Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy required
Physical Therapist [Rhode Island License] - required
Basic Life Support [Various Issuers] - required
Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program
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
1-2 years preferred
Pelvic Health experience

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.