Physical Therapist Outpatient

Mass General Brigham•Malden, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital 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. Job Summary Summary Restores 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. They will be responsible for Physical Therapy Students and Physical Therapy Assistants, as well as training new staff as needed. They will also participate in program development and research as required per site. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy required or Master's Degree Physical Therapy required or Doctor of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy preferred
Physical Therapist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Excellent interpersonal skills required.
Ability to work independently with only general supervision.
Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
Intermediate-to-advanced ability to get work done through others.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Excellent coach and strong motivator.
Excellent problem-solving, case management, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a hospital, rehab or ambulatory setting 2-3 years preferred
Pelvic Health experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Establishes therapy goals and formulates a treatment plan based on evaluation results.
Supervises PTAs in accordance with organizational policy and state regulations.
Provides individual, family, and group therapy sessions for clients engaged in outpatient therapy
Participates in interdisciplinary groups for hospice patients and case conference meetings for home health patients.
Participates in discharge planning.
Provide initial assessment of clinical needs using standardized tools and protocols, and facilitate recommendations for treatment.
Record all pertinent data in the patient’s medical records.