Mass General Brigham·Orleans, Massachusetts
Restore patient physical functioning by interpreting evaluations and implementing treatment goals through manual exercises and assistive devices. Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, documenting progress, and supervising Physical Therapist Assistants.
Site: Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary: Up to $10,000 Sign-on bonus Full-time, 40-hour schedule
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.
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.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Completes billing sheet accurately by end of day.
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 for nursing 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 Hospital-wide quality process improvement.
Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.
Education Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy required or Master's Degree Physical Therapy preferred or Doctor of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials Physical Therapist [Massachusetts License] - required
BLS [Various Issuers] - preferred
Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - preferred
Experience Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program 1-2 years preferred
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Work Location: 65 Old Colony Way
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
$94,244.80 - $117,696.80/Annual
Grade: 6
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1500 Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
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Requires a degree in Physical Therapy (Bachelor's, Master's, or DPT depending on licensure date) and a valid Massachusetts Physical Therapist license. BLS certification and a driver's license are preferred, along with 1-2 years of experience.
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