Inpatient Physical Therapist

Mass General Brigham•Newton, MA

11d•$36 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

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. In this role, the PT will: Provide care to adult med/surg patients, with majority in general and complex medical, post-op orthopedics, post-op general and vascular surgery, and other areas as needed (such as ICU, Emergency Department) Perform examinations/evaluations, develop plans of care, provide recommendations for ongoing therapy needs during hospitalization and post-discharge Perform and apply interventions during follow-up visits Independently manage a patient assignment

Requirements

Physical Therapist [State License] required
Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy 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
Strong willingness to collaborate closely with their fellow physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other members of the clinical and non-clinical care team
Being flexible and willing to adapt to evolving requests/priorities during the workday
Strong customer service skills
Commitment to understanding and fulfilling the mission and goals of Inpatient Rehab Services and NWH as a whole

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree Physical Therapy preferred
Doctor of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy preferred
Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] preferred
Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program 1-2 years preferred
At least 1 year of clinical experience in either acute care, acute rehab, or home care clinical settings is preferred; will consider new graduates with acute care or acute rehab clinical experiences.
Broad availability to work weekday shifts is desired.

Responsibilities

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
Provide care to adult med/surg patients, with majority in general and complex medical, post-op orthopedics, post-op general and vascular surgery, and other areas as needed (such as ICU, Emergency Department)
Perform examinations/evaluations
Develop plans of care
Provide recommendations for ongoing therapy needs during hospitalization and post-discharge
Perform and apply interventions during follow-up visits
Independently manage a patient assignment