What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outpatient Physical Therapist - Lee position at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital?
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Outpatient Physical Therapist 20-hour position in our Lee location
Summary
Job Summary
Responsible 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.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
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] - Generic - HR Only required Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Experience Experience working as a physical therapist in a hospital, rehab or Ambulatory setting 1-2 years required 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.
Additional Job Details (if Applicable)
Physical Requirements
Onsite
Work Location
65 Calef Highway
Scheduled Weekly Hours
20
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement
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 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 at (857)-282-7642.
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.
Mass 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.
Outpatient Physical Therapist 20-hour position in our Lee location
Summary
Job Summary
Responsible 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.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
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] - Generic - HR Only required Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Experience Experience working as a physical therapist in a hospital, rehab or Ambulatory setting 1-2 years required 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.
Additional Job Details (if Applicable)
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 - 35lbs
- Pushing 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%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Onsite
Work Location
65 Calef Highway
Scheduled Weekly Hours
20
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement
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 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 at (857)-282-7642.
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.
