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

Job Description:

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation


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
Primary Location: SRH Braintree
: Afternoon/Evening
Clinical Focus: General Ortho/Light Neuro
Work and learn with a great team of caregivers that include physical therapists, an occupational therapist, an acupuncturist, and a physical medicine physician. Conveniently located in Braintree at the intersection of routes 128 and 3. Facility is adjacent to the Southshore Plaza and has free parking.



Qualifications



Summary



Provide physical therapy services to patients who have impairments, functional limitations, or disabilities resulting from injury, disease or other causes. Practice in collaboration with other members of interdisciplinary team. Educate patients, families and others. Direct and supervise support personnel. Manage technical, environmental, and financial resources effectively and efficiently.




Key Responsibilities

• Physical Therapy needs are assessed and evaluated according to organizational and professional guidelines.


• Treatment plan reflects understanding of patients' age and situation including discharge plan.


• Treatment plan is revised based on patient progress towards stated goals.


• Documentation is complete, timely and in accordance with facility and practice guidelines.


• Therapy and health care students are oriented, trained, and mentored to achieve stated performance expectations.


• Performance Improvement opportunities are identified and acted upon as appropriate to implement best practices.


• Additional department, organization, or network activities are completed per established objectives.


• PCC Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are upheld.

Qualifications - External




Education/Degree

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.

Licensure

Required

• Licensed (and in good standing) as a physical therapist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Skills (Specific learned activity gained through training (e.g. computer skills, keyboarding, presentation, CPR, ACLS, etc.)
Required

• BLS required.


• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the English language.


• Basic skills in math and computer science.


• Appropriate knowledge of physical therapy evaluation and treatment techniques to manage the rehabilitation population.


• Effective problem solving skills for physical therapy evaluation, interpretation, treatment planning and execution taking into consideration patient's age, psychosocial, cultural and religious background.


• Basic skills in teaching other and self assessment of learning needs, strengths, and professional goals.


• Safely execute all job responsibilities without risking injury to self or patients. Demonstrates the ability to assess and interact with patients and families using the theories of human growth and development, family systems, and cultural background.


• Computer proficiency required. Microsoft office applications preferred with ability to learn new software.


• Maintain variable work schedule depending on hospital/program needs to provide patient care (evening, holidays, weekend and travel).

Preferred

• Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse population.


• Work independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team.


• Anticipates challenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them.


• High level of service delivery. Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations.


• Attention to detail.

EEO Statement


Spaulding Rehabilitation 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.



Additional Job Details (if applicable)


Additional Job Description



Remote Type


Onsite



Work Location


300 Granite Street



Scheduled Weekly Hours


0



Employee Type


Per Diem



Work Shift


Evening (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


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. Apply Now