Physical Therapist Per Diem at Partner's Healthcare in Cambridge, Massachusetts

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 Summary: 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. 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.Essential Functions: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.Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy required or Master's Degree Physical Therapy preferred or Doctor of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy preferred.Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? NoLicenses and Credentials: Physical Therapist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferredExperience: Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program 1-2 years preferredKnowledge, 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 Requirements:Standing 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 Type: Onsite Work Location: 1575 Cambridge Street Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Employee Type: Per Diem Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Pay Range: $52.53 - $57.59/Hourly Grade: 6