Physical Therapist (Neuro) - Spaulding Outpatient
About The Position
Spaulding Outpatient 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. Full-time, 40-hour schedule Minimum salary $83,200 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.
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 or Master's Degree Physical Therapy preferred or Doctor of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy preferred
- Physical Therapist [Rhode Island License] - 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
- Basic Life Support [Various Issuers] - preferred
- Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred
- 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.
- Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
- Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
