Physical Therapist Outpatient Ortho

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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 assistant and supportive devices. The role is responsible for Physical Therapy Student and Physical Therapy Assistants, as well as training new staff as needed. The Physical Therapist will also participate in program development and research as required per site.

Requirements

Doctor of Physical Therapy
Physical Therapist [State License] required
Experience in a hospital, rehab or ambulatory setting 2-3 years 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

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Responsibilities

Establishes therapy goals and formulates a treatment plan based on evaluation results.
Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.
Provides individual, family and group therapy sessions for clients engaged in outpatient therapy.
Participates in the interdisciplinary group for hospice patients and the 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.