physical_therapist – General

Specialty: General
Facility: Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) – 55 Fruit St Boston, MA
State License: MA
Certs/Licenses: License/Certificate Verification
Years of Experience: 1 years
Shift: 08:00 AM-04:30 PM
Guaranteed Hours:
Description: Specialty: Physical TherapistFacility: Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)State License: MACerts/Licenses: License/Certificate VerificationYears of Experience: 1 yearsShift: 08:00 AM-04:30 PMGuaranteed Hours: Description: Acute Care. Position will have a primary team/service area; however, position will support a rotating service model. 8-hour day primarily M-F with anticipated weekend work once per month. If a weekend is worked, therapists will have a weekday off during the pay period. No holiday coverage anticipated.SummaryAssist 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 assistant and supportive devices.Does this position require Patient Care? YesEssential Functions-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. -Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.-Discusses evaluation, goals and treatment with both patient and family. -Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.-Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations. ExperienceExperience completing internship or apprenticeship program. 1-2 years preferredKnowledge, 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. License:License/Certificate Verification – For Submission:False; For Onboard:True; Optional:False Personal Health History:Fit Test – For Submission:False; For Onboard:True; Optional:False Personal Health History:MMR – For Submission:False; For Onboard:True; Optional:False Personal Health History:Hepatitis B – For Submission:False; For Onboard:False; Optional:True Personal Health History:Influenza Vaccine – For Submission:False; For Onboard:True; Optional:False Personal Health History:TB Test – For Submission:False; For Onboard:True; Optional:False Personal Health History:Health Statement – For Submission:False; For Onboard:True; Optional:False Personal Health History:Tdap – For Submission:False; For Onboard:False; Optional:True Professional:MGB Criminal Background Check – For Submission:False; For Onboard:True; Optional:False Professional:MGB Massachusetts CORI – For Submission:False; For Onboard:True; Optional:False Professional:MGB Resume – For Submission:True; For Onboard:False; Optional:False Personal Health History:Respirator Medical Clearance (RMC) Attestation – For Submission:False; For Onboard:True; Optional:False Professional:MGB References – For Submission:True; For Onboard:False; Optional:False Checklist/Testing:MGB Skills Checklist – For Submission:True; For Onboard:False; Optional:False Professional:MGB Confirmation of Assignment/POI Form – For Submission:False; For Onboard:True; Optional:False Personal Health History:Positive PPD- Negative Chest X-Ray – For Submission:False; For Onboard:False; Optional:True Professional:MGB Education Verification – For Submission:False; For Onboard:True; Optional:False Professional:MGB SSN Trace – For Submission:False; For Onboard:True; Optional:False Professional:MGB National Sex Offender Check – For Submission:False; For Onboard:True; Optional:False Professional:MGB Exclusion Checks – For Submission:False; For Onboard:True; Optional:False Personal Health History:MGB TB Symptom Survey (if Positive PPD) – For Submission:False; For Onboard:False; Optional:True Checklist/Testing:MGB Candidate Submission Coversheet – For Submission:True; For Onboard:False; Optional:False Certifications: BLS – For Submission:False; For Onboard:True; Optional:False