Physical Therapist Vestibular
Mass General Brigham
Summary
Spaulding Outpatient Center Wellesley is expanding and is looking for a full-time Physical Therapist specializing in Vestibular Rehabilitation to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest and/or experience in treating patients with dizziness, vertigo, balance disorders, and vestibular dysfunction. This position offers the opportunity to provide individualized, evidence-based care while helping patients improve their balance, mobility, confidence, and quality of life. Strong communication skills, clinical expertise, and a patient-centered approach are essential.
Job description
Restores Patient Physical Functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results, determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans, administering manual exercises, and instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and using assistive and supportive devices. They will be responsible for Physical Therapy Students and Physical Therapy Assistants, as well as training new staff as needed. They will also participate in program development and research as required per site.
Essential Functions
- Establishes therapy goals and formulates a treatment plan based on evaluation results.
- Supervises PTAs in accordance with organizational policy and state regulations.
- Provides individual, family, and group therapy sessions for clients engaged in outpatient therapy
- Participates in interdisciplinary groups for hospice patients and case conference meetings for home health patients.
- Participates in discharge planning.
- Provide initial assessment of clinical needs using standardized tools and protocols, and facilitate recommendations for treatment.
- Record all pertinent data in the patient’s medical records.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy required or Master's Degree Physical Therapy required or Doctor of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy preferred
- Physical Therapist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
- Experience in a hospital, rehab or ambulatory setting 2-3 years required
- Excellent interpersonal skills required
- Ability to work independently with only general supervision
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Intermediate-to-advanced ability to get work done through others
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Excellent coach and strong motivator
- Excellent problem-solving, case management, and communication skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits
- Career advancement opportunities
- Recognition programs
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.