Physical Therapist Float Outpatient $10k Sign On

Mass General Brigham•Framingham, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation, part of Mass General Brigham, is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist Float for the West Region. This role involves assisting patients in reaching maximum physical performance and restoring physical function. The therapist will interpret evaluations, determine treatment goals and plans, administer exercises, and instruct patients in performing physical activities and using assistive devices. The position requires coverage at Spaulding Outpatient Centers in Framingham, Wellesley, and Brighton. This role is patient-facing.

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 [State 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 preferred.
Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program 1-2 years preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities.
Restore patient physical functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results.
Determine physical therapy treatment goals and plans.
Administer manual exercises.
Instruct, encourage, and assist patients in performing physical activities and in using assistive and supportive devices.
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.