Physical Therapist Inpatient
Job Location:
Jamaica Plain, MA - USA
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Job Summary
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
We are seeking a dedicated Inpatient Physical Therapist to provide exceptional care to patients throughout the this acute care setting our Physical Therapists evaluate and treat patients with a wide range of orthopedic and medical conditions to optimize mobility and function. We work closely and collaboratively with other disciplines to meet patients diverse needs.Summary
Assists 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.
Does this position require Patient Care Yes
Essential Functions
-Performs patient assessment and establishes a plan of care.
-Identifies and documents goals anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation.
-Discusses evaluation goals and treatment with patient and family.
-Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatment to achieve maximum benefit.
-Participates in and contributes to department and interdisciplinary in-service education programs.
-Participates in Hospital-wide quality process improvement.
-Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.
-Completes billing accurately.
Qualifications
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No
Licenses and Credentials
Physical Therapist State License - required
Experience
1-2 years of work experience preferred.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- 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.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$90000 - $112008.00/AnnualGrade
6EEO Statement:
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Patients at Mass General have access to a vast network of physicians, nearly all of whom are Harvard Medical School faculty and many of whom are leaders within their fields.
