VNA Physical Therapist at Partner's Healthcare in Northampton, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Site: VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, Inc.


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.


With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,00 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson's VNA & Hospital is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services through-out Hampshire and Franklin counties.



Job Summary
The VNA Physical Therapist is responsible for planning and providing physical therapy services to patients in their place of residence in accordance with the plan of care. The Physical Therapist performs functions that require substantial specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill based upon the principles of psychological, biological, and social services and must be able to make judgments accordingly.


This position reports to the VNA Clinical Team Manager, Rehabilitation and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.



Qualifications


• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited physical therapy program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association required; Masters degree or doctorate preferred
• Current licensure and registration as a Physical Therapist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required
• Current CPR certification required
• Minimum of one (1) year physical therapist experience in a health care facility or equivalent experience required; home care experience preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge in the principles of physical therapy required
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills required
• Current valid driver's license, a good driving record, and reliable transportation required



Additional Job Details (if applicable)



Remote Type


Onsite



Work Location


168 Industrial Drive



Scheduled Weekly Hours


40



Employee Type


Regular



Work Shift


Day (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, Inc. 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.