Physical Therapist PT

Qualifications

Essential Functions

-Establishes 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.

Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Physical Therapist State License

BLS Certification

Experience
Experience working as a physical therapist in a hospital, rehab or ambulatory setting 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, 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.

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.