Outpatient Physical Therapist - Spaulding
Mass General Brigham, Orleans, MA, United States
Site: Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation
Job Summary
Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. Restore 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.
Responsibilities
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.
Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required or Master's Degree preferred or Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred.
Licenses and Credentials: Physical Therapist (Massachusetts State License) – required; Basic Life Support – required; Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License (State License) – preferred.
Experience
Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program 1-2 years preferred. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Excellent organizational skills.
Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems.
Communicating effectively in writing.
Teaching others how to do something.
Excellent problem‑solving, case management and communication skills.
Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
Physical Requirements
Standing frequently (34‑66%)
Walking frequently (34‑66%)
Sitting occasionally (3‑33%)
Lifting frequently (34‑66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying frequently (34‑66%) 20‑35lbs
Pushing occasionally (3‑33%)
Pulling occasionally (3‑33%)
Climbing rarely (less than 2%)
Balancing frequently (34‑66%)
Stooping occasionally (3‑33%)
Kneeling occasionally (3‑33%)
Crouching occasionally (3‑33%)
Crawling rarely (less than 2%)
Reaching frequently (34‑66%)
Gross manipulation frequently (34‑66%)
Fine manipulation frequently (34‑66%)
Feeling constantly (67‑100%)
Foot use rarely (less than 2%)
Vision – far constantly (67‑100%)
Vision – near constantly (67‑100%)
Talking constantly (67‑100%)
Hearing constantly (67‑100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
65 Old Colony Way
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$79,664.00 – $117,696.80 per annum
EEO Statement
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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Job Summary
Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. Restore 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.
Responsibilities
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.
Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required or Master's Degree preferred or Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred.
Licenses and Credentials: Physical Therapist (Massachusetts State License) – required; Basic Life Support – required; Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License (State License) – preferred.
Experience
Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program 1-2 years preferred. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Excellent organizational skills.
Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems.
Communicating effectively in writing.
Teaching others how to do something.
Excellent problem‑solving, case management and communication skills.
Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
Physical Requirements
Standing frequently (34‑66%)
Walking frequently (34‑66%)
Sitting occasionally (3‑33%)
Lifting frequently (34‑66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying frequently (34‑66%) 20‑35lbs
Pushing occasionally (3‑33%)
Pulling occasionally (3‑33%)
Climbing rarely (less than 2%)
Balancing frequently (34‑66%)
Stooping occasionally (3‑33%)
Kneeling occasionally (3‑33%)
Crouching occasionally (3‑33%)
Crawling rarely (less than 2%)
Reaching frequently (34‑66%)
Gross manipulation frequently (34‑66%)
Fine manipulation frequently (34‑66%)
Feeling constantly (67‑100%)
Foot use rarely (less than 2%)
Vision – far constantly (67‑100%)
Vision – near constantly (67‑100%)
Talking constantly (67‑100%)
Hearing constantly (67‑100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
65 Old Colony Way
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$79,664.00 – $117,696.80 per annum
EEO Statement
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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