Mass General Brigham is seeking a Physical Therapist for a job in Needham, Massachusetts.
Job Description & RequirementsAt Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. When determining base pay, we take a comprehensive approach that considers your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other critical factors. The pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications, but it does not encompass all the elements that contribute to your total compensation package.
\nQUALIFICATIONS \n\n1. M\nust be a graduate of an accredited physical therapy program. \n\n2. M\nust possess a current unrestricted license to practice physical therapy from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. \nSKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: \n\n1. M\nust possess communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to manage a diverse patient population of varying diagnosis and case types. \n\n2. M\nust possess analytical abilities and sound knowledge in Physical Therapy to effectively manage a varied caseload demonstrating sound clinical decision-making and judgment (up to 90% of work time). \n\n3. W\nork requires up to three months orientation to acquire necessary familiarity with department and hospital policies and procedures, and the specific quality standards of care and competencies, and procedures unique to the assigned patient area. \n\n4. M\nust possess effective communication skills (written and verbal) to interact with patients (up to 70% of work time), rehabilitation and medical team (up to 20% of work time), and patients’ families (up to 10% of work time). \n\n5. W\nork requires prolonged walking and standing (up to 95% of work time); lifting, transferring, and positioning of patients and equipment (10% \n- 50% of work time), and the transportation of patients (up to 10% of work time). \n\n6. W\nork with critically ill patients (up to 10% of work time) produces a high level of stress and mental fatigue. \n\n7. M\nust be able to work with newborns (if assigned) to the oldest old (up to 20% of the work time). \nThe majority of patient care (70% of work time) is the 18\n- to 65-year-olds. \n\n8. T\nhe individual in this position must demonstrate appropriate knowledge of the principles of growth and development, which would include neonates to the oldest old. In addition, the therapist must demonstrate competency in examination/evaluation and treatment relative to age specific needs for the patient population for which they provide therapy, and as described in the department’s practice standards. \nWORKING CONDITIONS: \n\n1. W\norks in hospital environments where there is some exposure to blood/body fluids/hazardous materials, communicable diseases (10% \n- 25% of work time) and unpleasant odors (up to 25% of work time). \n\n2. W\nork requiring physical effort for lifting, transferring, and positioning of patients and/or equipment (up to 50% of work time) may result in musculoskeletal strain or injury with improper body mechanics. \n\n3. W\nork requires use of sharp and/or electrical equipment (up to 20%), which could result in, cuts or burns with improper safety. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists with supervision and education of assistants and aides. \nFISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES: \n\n1. P\natient charges are entered in an accurate and timely manner as appropriately supported by the medical documentation. \n\n2. H\nospital and department equipment is managed in an appropriate and cost-efficient manner. \nHOSPITAL WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES: Works within legal, regulatory, accreditation and ethical practice standards relevant to the position and as established by BWH/Partners; follows safe practices required for the position; complies with appropriate BWH and Partners policies and procedures; fulfills any training required by BWH and/or Partners, as appropriate; brings potential matters of non-compliance to the attention of the supervisor or other appropriate hospital staff. \n\nSTAFF PHYSICAL THERAPIST PT/ AMBULATORY CARE / FULL TIME/ 40 HOURS / CHESTNUT HILL, MA \n- Ask about our New Salary range -\n- starts at 90K! \n- Excellent Benefits: Generous Paid Time Off, 403B Match, Pension/Cash Balance Account, Tuition Reimbursement $5,250/yr., Continuing Ed., Medical, Dental, Short-Term Disability, MBTA Pass Subsidy, and much more. \n- Nationally ranked academic medical center. GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: \n- We are seeking a dedicated physical therapist who has experience working with patients with orthopedic impairments and conditions. \n- Staff therapists are expected to work with a variety of orthopedic diagnoses including, but not limited to non-operative and post-operative management of the spine, the upper extremities, and the lower extremities. \n- Therapists will also treat patients with balance and gait disorders, connective tissue and rheumatologic conditions, central and peripheral vestibular dysfunction, pain-related disorders, and oncology-relatedsequelae. Staff Orthopedic Physical Therapists will be joining a team with diverse clinical backgrounds and expertise. Therapists should have an unrestricted license to practice physical therapy in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Their primary responsibility is to provide patient care in accordance with State licensing regulations, departmental standards, and policies, and accepted professional standards of care. Additionally, we are looking for clinicians who will be able to treat patients with a variety of different backgrounds and identities. Staff therapists will receive mentorship from experienced clinicians, many of whom are Board Certified Clinical Specialists. In addition to regular collaboration with other rehabilitation disciplines and the multidisciplinary team, therapists will have opportunities for clinical growth through internal continuing education programming, financial support for external continuing education courses, and conferences, as well as access to a formal mentorship program. Therapists can also participate in a variety of Rehabilitation Department Committees to enhance their professional growth in addition to their clinical care. These committees include: The Community Resource Committee, Practice Standards Committee, Staff Development Committee, Rehab Recognition Committee, Research Committee, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. Opportunities to advance on our established merit-based clinical ladder (i.e., Staff Therapist, Senior Therapist, Clinical Specialist) allow clinicians to be recognized for their clinical, scholarly, and service contributions and accomplishments. The Staff Orthopedic Physical Therapist position is an excellent opportunity for a Massachusetts licensed Physical Therapist seeking clinical and professional growth at a dynamic academic medical center. \nPrimary Assigned Clinical Area: 70 Francis Street, Boston, MA PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: \n\n1. E\nxamines and evaluates patient’s physical therapy needs. \nIn collaboration with the patient and/or caregiver, formulates a physical therapy diagnosis, and develops a treatment plan with treatment goals directed towards maximizing function. \n\n2. D\nemonstrates competency in all clinical knowledge and skills specific to the patient case type(s) in assigned area of care. \n\n3. C\nonsults with other members of the health care team to ensure coordination and effectiveness of therapies provided. \n\n4. A\nssists in implementation of triaging, prioritizing, monitoring admissions, referrals, and discharges to and from the service as assigned. \n\n5. M\nanages patient caseload assigned. \n\n6. P\narticipates in activities that directed towards increasing knowledge and skill and professional development. \n\n7. P\narticipates in departmental meetings, which help to formulate policies, procedures and program development. \n\n8. S\nupervises aides and other support personnel as appropriate. \n\n9. S\nupervises students and other individuals seeking educational experiencesrelated to physical therapy. \n\n10. P\nerforms other duties as assigned.Recruiter: Boyd, Michael
Mass General Brigham Job ID #3296237. Posted job title: Physical Therapist- Ambulatory- Chestnut Hill, Ma
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