Inpatient PT- per diem

Overview

Site:
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals to advance our mission. We are a not-for-profit organization supporting patient care, research, teaching, and community service. We invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Pay:
The minimum pay rate for this position is $43.31; higher rate with experience.

Acute care experience required, must be available 2-4 weekend days a month, with weekday availability preferred for call out and scheduled vacation coverage.

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.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

• 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.
• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
• Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor s Degree in Physical Therapy required or Master s Degree in Physical Therapy preferred or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) required.
• Licenses and Credentials:
  Physical Therapist State License;
  Class D Driver s License preferred; BLS required.
• Experience:
  
  1-2 years preferred (internship or apprenticeship).
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  
  Knowledge of medical terminology; excellent organizational skills; familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems; effective written communication; ability to teach others; strong problem solving and case management; knowledge of accreditation and certification requirements.

• Remote Type:
  Onsite
• Work Location:
  
  789 Central Avenue
• Scheduled Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  0
• Employee Type:
  Per Diem
• Work Shift:
  
  Day
• Pay Range: $33.85 - $49.99/Hourly
• Grade: 6

• Standing Frequently, Walking Frequently, Sitting Occasionally
• Lifting, Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching
• Gross and Fine Manipulation, Feeling, Vision, Hearing, Speaking

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital 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 provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework outlines leadership expectations; this section pertains to organizational framework and is not a requirement of this role.