Physical Therapist I

Physical TherapistMass 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 SummaryResponsible for planning and administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs for patients to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability following disease, injury or loss of body part. They will be responsible for Physical Therapy Student and Physical Therapy Assistants as well as training new staff as needed.Essential FunctionsEstablishes therapy goals and formulates a treatment plan based on evaluation results.Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.Provides individual, family and group therapy sessions for clients engaged in outpatient therapy.Participates in the interdisciplinary group for hospice patients and the case conference meetings for home health patients.Participates in discharge planning.Provides initial assessment of clinical needs using standardized tools and protocols and facilitate recommendations for treatment.Records all pertinent data in the patient's medical records.QualificationsEducationBachelor's Degree Physical Therapy required or Master's Degree Physical Therapy preferred or Doctorate Physical Therapy preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?NoLicenses and CredentialsPhysical Therapist [State License] - requiredBasic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Various Issuers preferredExperienceExperience working as a physical therapist in a hospital, rehab or Ambulatory setting 1-2 years requiredKnowledge, 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.Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%)Walking Frequently (34-66%)Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbsPushing Occasionally (3-33%)Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)Balancing Frequently (34-66%)Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)Reaching Frequently (34-66%)Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)Feeling Constantly (67-100%)Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)Talking Constantly (67-100%)Hearing Constantly (67-100%)Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location165 Cambridge StreetScheduled Weekly Hours40Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$90,000 - $117,696.80/AnnualEEO Statement:1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources.