What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist OP Durham Clinic position at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital?
Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.
Job Summary
Physical Therapist: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital: full time - 40 hours per week at our Durham location.
Tired of unrealistic productivity demands that lead to less than optimal care? Looking to work for an organization committed to providing high quality patient care and to the professional growth and development of its PT team? Then consider Wentworth-Douglass Hospital. Our dedication to both patients and staff has led to tremendous growth!
Our large physical therapy department consists of clinics ranging from large to small, several with onsite orthopedic surgeons and other physician specialists to facilitate great learning opportunities and cohesive, quality care. Clinical teams range from newer grads to seasoned veterans, many with fellowship training, advanced degrees and certifications in orthopedics, sports, spine, neurology, geriatrics, pelvic health and lymphedema. Many PTs are highly trained in dry needling, running analysis, blood flow restrictive therapy, and lymphedema. Our multidisciplinary team enjoys daily collaboration with occupational therapists, speech therapists, athletic trainers, and physicians to support nearly any patient need.
New salary range!
All of our locations offer unique learning opportunities and opportunities for advancement!
Highly competitive benefits and compensation packages with sign on bonuses considered. This is a great place to work!!
Qualifications
Experience Minimum Required
Physical Requirements
Onsite
Work Location
16 Jenkins Court
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity 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.
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.
Job Summary
Physical Therapist: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital: full time - 40 hours per week at our Durham location.
Tired of unrealistic productivity demands that lead to less than optimal care? Looking to work for an organization committed to providing high quality patient care and to the professional growth and development of its PT team? Then consider Wentworth-Douglass Hospital. Our dedication to both patients and staff has led to tremendous growth!
Our large physical therapy department consists of clinics ranging from large to small, several with onsite orthopedic surgeons and other physician specialists to facilitate great learning opportunities and cohesive, quality care. Clinical teams range from newer grads to seasoned veterans, many with fellowship training, advanced degrees and certifications in orthopedics, sports, spine, neurology, geriatrics, pelvic health and lymphedema. Many PTs are highly trained in dry needling, running analysis, blood flow restrictive therapy, and lymphedema. Our multidisciplinary team enjoys daily collaboration with occupational therapists, speech therapists, athletic trainers, and physicians to support nearly any patient need.
New salary range!
All of our locations offer unique learning opportunities and opportunities for advancement!
Highly competitive benefits and compensation packages with sign on bonuses considered. This is a great place to work!!
Qualifications
Experience Minimum Required
- New grads welcome to apply
- Over one year Staff Physical Therapist in an out-patient setting
- BA or BS in Physical Therapy
- NH Physical Therapist License
- AHA or ARC BLS within 2 weeks of hire
- 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 - 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
16 Jenkins Court
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity 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.
