Outpatient Physical Therapist - Spaulding
Mass General Brigham
Summary
Come join our team at Spaulding Rehabilitation on beautiful Cape Cod. As part of the Spaulding Rehabilitation Network and Mass General Brigham, candidates join a nationally recognized rehabilitation leader with PM&R rehabilitation facilities rated #1 and a strong reputation for world-class, patient-centered care.
Job description
The outpatient physical therapy program emphasizes a 1:1 treatment model, specialty practice areas, mentorship for new graduates, continuing education, clinical education days, certification reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and a robust Therapy Clinical Ladder designed to recognize clinical expertise, leadership, and professional growth.
This role offers a full-time, 40-hour schedule with $10,000 Sign-on bonus.
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.
- 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.
Requirements
- 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.
- Physical Therapist [Massachusetts License] - required
- Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program 1-2 years preferred
- 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.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus
- Continuing education
- Certification reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Therapy clinical ladder
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.