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Mass General Brigham

Early-stage life science venture investor

Outpatient Pediatric Physical Therapist

Rehabilitation TherapiesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSalem, MA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in Physical Therapy is required; experience cannot substitute for the degree.
  • A Massachusetts state Physical Therapist license is required.
  • One to three years of pediatric experience is required.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills in English are required.
  • Basic math and computer science skills are required.
  • Knowledge of physical therapy evaluation and treatment techniques appropriate to the rehabilitation population is required.
  • Problem-solving skills for physical therapy evaluation, interpretation, treatment planning, and execution are required, taking account of patients’ age and psychosocial, cultural, and religious backgrounds.
  • Basic teaching skills and the ability to assess learning needs, strengths, and professional goals are required.
  • The ability to safely perform job responsibilities without risking injury to oneself or patients is required.
  • The ability to assess and interact with patients and families using human growth and development, family systems, and cultural background theories is required.
  • Computer proficiency is required.
  • The ability to maintain a variable schedule based on hospital or program needs, including evenings, holidays, weekends, and travel, is required.
  • The ability to work independently, be self-directed, and contribute as a team member is required.
  • The ability to anticipate challenges and develop and implement strategies to address them is required.
  • The ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing situations is required.
  • Attention to detail is required.

Responsibilities

  • Assess and evaluate physical therapy needs according to organizational and professional guidelines.
  • Develop treatment plans that reflect patients’ age and situation, including a discharge plan.
  • Revise treatment plans based on patient progress toward stated goals.
  • Complete documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with facility and practice guidelines.
  • Orient, train, and mentor therapy and health care students to achieve stated performance expectations.
  • Identify performance improvement opportunities and act on them to implement best practices.
  • Complete additional department, organization, or network activities according to established objectives.
  • Uphold Spaulding Rehabilitation organizational values of innovation, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence.
  • Provide physical therapy services to patients with impairments, functional limitations, or disabilities resulting from injury, disease, or other causes.
  • Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
  • Educate patients, families, and others.
  • Direct and supervise support personnel.
  • Manage technical, environmental, and financial resources effectively and efficiently.

Desired Qualifications

  • Three to five years of experience in an outpatient setting is preferred.
  • Microsoft Office application skills are preferred, along with the ability to learn new software.

About the Company

Mass General Brigham

Early-stage life science venture investor

Mass General Brigham Ventures funds early-stage life science ideas arising from Mass General Brigham’s research network. It provides first access to deal flow and proprietary rights, backing the formation and growth of new companies and technologies. It uses capital and support to help translate bold innovations into drugs and medical technologies that improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Company size
1-10
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
$1.9B
Headquarters
Cambridge, MA
Founded
2008

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