PT Tech

Mass General Brigham•Marblehead, MA

3d•$19 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Performs specific treatments and groups for young adult through geriatric patients as delegated by primary physical therapists or physical therapy assistants. Works only under the supervision of a therapist or physical therapy assistant and serves as a resource for new Physical Therapy Technicians. Exercise physiologists may develop, implement, and monitor activity and exercise sessions for cardiopulmonary patients, including patients after cardiac surgery, within their exercise tolerance. The role includes providing supervised patient care, maintaining medical records, assisting registered therapists, supporting department operations, participating in meetings and quality improvement activities, and representing the department at hospital and community programs. Exercise physiologists have additional responsibilities for cardiopulmonary exercise programming, monitoring, patient and family education, treatment-plan evaluation, and individualized home exercise programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field is required; experience cannot be substituted for the degree.
Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
Basic math and computer skills; computer proficiency is required.
Basic ability to establish interpersonal relationships with patients, families, and staff.
Understand the developmental needs of young adult through geriatric populations.
Prior experience in physical therapy, a hospital, or a healthcare setting is desired but not mandatory; 0–1 year preferred.
The role requires frequent standing and walking; frequent lifting of 35 pounds or more with an assistive device and carrying 20–35 pounds; and the other physical activities described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

Exercise Physiology certificate/diploma or bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology preferred.
Microsoft Office application skills and ability to learn new software.
Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including working with diverse populations.
Ability to work independently, be self-directed, and contribute as a team member.
Ability to anticipate challenges and develop and implement strategies to address them.
High level of service delivery.
Initiative, ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing situations.
Attention to detail.
0–1 year of prior experience in physical therapy, a hospital, or healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care only under the supervision of, and as delegated by, a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant.
Maintain medical records and document thoroughly according to departmental standards.
Assist registered therapists with patient care in accordance with prescribed delegations.
Participate in staff meetings as indicated.
Provide patient care that requires considerable physical effort.
Perform supportive duties as assigned, such as cleaning the gym and equipment.
Represent the department at hospital and community programs and activities.
Treat patients, families, visitors, physicians, and coworkers with courtesy, compassion, and respect.
Participate in Quality Improvement activities.
Support service and operational excellence in assigned department activities to deliver quality services and outcomes.
Uphold PCC organizational values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
Understand the developmental needs of young adult through geriatric populations.
For exercise physiologists: develop an individual activity and exercise program with Physical Therapy for cardiopulmonary patients within exercise tolerance.
For exercise physiologists: monitor patients’ physiologic signs during activity and exercise; take and record heart rate, blood pressure, oximetry, and activity achieved.
For exercise physiologists: recognize signs of distress and take appropriate action.
For exercise physiologists: educate cardiopulmonary patients and families about therapeutic exercise, self-monitoring, and behavioral interventions.
For exercise physiologists: review current literature and research to update and revise educational materials or components.
For exercise physiologists: evaluate and revise the activity and exercise component of the patient treatment plan, including self-monitoring, proficiency, vital signs, and target heart rate.
For exercise physiologists: contribute to cardiopulmonary patient team meetings.
For exercise physiologists: provide an individualized home exercise program at discharge and ensure that patients understand the instructions.