OT or PT (Lymphedema) - Spaulding Outpatient

Mass General Brigham•East Greenwich, RI

10d•$83,200 - $117,697•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. Performs patient assessment and establishes a plan of care. Provides in-service education programs 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 system-wide quality process improvement. Supervises PTAs as needed according to organization policy and state regulations.

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
Basic Life Support - 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.

Nice To Haves

Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - preferred
Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program 1-2 years preferred

Responsibilities

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.
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 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 system-wide quality process improvement.
Supervises PTAs as needed according to organization policy and state regulations.