Per Diem Physical Therapist - Inpatient

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

4d•$43 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

The Inpatient Per Diem Physical Therapist provides patient care in an acute care hospital setting, evaluating and treating patients with a range of orthopedic and medical conditions to optimize mobility and function. The therapist works collaboratively with other disciplines to address patients’ varied needs and works designated scheduled hours based on departmental needs and scheduling practices. Weekend availability is specifically sought; weekday daytime and evening shifts may also be available. The therapist provides care on an assigned rotation or service in accordance with Massachusetts licensing regulations, departmental standards and policies, and accepted professional standards of care. The role may also involve supporting departmental program development, supervising aides and support personnel, and providing educational supervision to students or others seeking physical therapy experience.

Requirements

Required: unrestricted Massachusetts Physical Therapist license.
Preferred: 1–2 years of experience.
Master’s or Doctor of Physical Therapy degree preferred.
Communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to manage a diverse patient population with varying diagnoses and case types.
Analytical ability and sound physical therapy knowledge to manage a varied caseload using clinical decision-making and judgment.
Effective written and verbal communication skills for interactions with patients, the rehabilitation and medical team, and patients’ families.
Ability to complete an orientation of up to three months to become familiar with department and hospital policies, procedures, care standards, competencies, and procedures specific to the assigned patient area.
Knowledge of growth and development principles from neonates through the oldest age groups, and competency in age-specific examination, evaluation, and treatment for the populations served.

Nice To Haves

Experience of 1–2 years.
Master’s or Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.

Responsibilities

Examine and evaluate patients’ physical therapy needs; collaborate with patients and/or caregivers to formulate a physical therapy diagnosis and develop treatment plans and goals to maximize function.
Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skills appropriate to patient case types in assigned areas of care.
Consult with other members of the health care team to coordinate and ensure the effectiveness of therapies.
Assist with triaging and prioritizing, and monitor admissions, referrals, and discharges to and from the service as assigned.
Manage an assigned patient caseload.
Participate in activities that increase knowledge, skills, and professional development.
Participate in departmental meetings as applicable to help formulate policies, procedures, and program development.
Supervise aides and other support personnel as appropriate.
Assist with supervising students and others seeking educational experiences related to physical therapy.
Perform other duties as assigned.