Occupational Therapist Per Diem Outpatient
Mass General Brigham
Summary
The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients with orthopedic, neurological, and complex medical conditions, develops individualized plans of care, and works collaboratively with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team to support functional recovery and independence in daily activities.
Job description
Essential Functions
- Evaluate patients' physical and functional abilities and determine appropriate occupational therapy interventions.
- Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care based on each patient's needs and goals.
- Provide evidence-based interventions, including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, functional training, modalities, and splint fabrication.
- Educate patients and caregivers to support progress, safety, and independence.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and optimize outcomes.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, progress, and outcomes.
- Participate in professional development and remain current with occupational therapy research and best practices.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy required
- Occupational Therapist State License required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification preferred
- Experience evaluating and treating patients with orthopedic, neurological, and complex medical conditions preferred
- Strong evidence-based clinical reasoning
Benefits
- Continuing education
- Mentorship
- Tuition reimbursement
- Comprehensive benefits
Company overview
Mass General Brigham is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, formed through the merger of Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, this academic medical center system operates multiple hospitals, specialty facilities, and community health centers throughout New England. The organization is renowned for its world-class patient care, cutting-edge medical research, and comprehensive medical education programs. As a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School, Mass General Brigham trains the next generation of healthcare professionals while advancing medical science through groundbreaking research initiatives. The system provides a full continuum of healthcare services, from primary care and preventive medicine to complex specialty treatments and emergency services. With a focus on innovation and patient-centered care, Mass General Brigham consistently ranks among the top hospital systems in the nation for clinical excellence and research output.