Physical Therapist, Outpatient, Martha's Vineyard Hospital

Site: Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc.

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Job Summary

PURPOSE OF YOUR JOB DESCRIPTION:
The primary purpose of your job is to plan, organize, develop, and administer physical therapy services in accordance with current applicable Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines and regulations and established policies and procedures as may be directed by the Administrator, to assure that the highest degree of quality care and safety can be maintained.

DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY: You are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.

JOB FUNCTIONS:
-Evaluates each patients, establishes treatment plan and goals in cooperation with referring physician and patient.
-Directly administers this treatment to patient or supervises treatments by department personnel.
-Reviews department policies, procedures, manuals, job descriptions, etc., at least annually.
-Maintains treatment records, progress notes and statistics as required. -Represents the facility and participates in meetings as directed.
-Ensures Rehab receptionist receives charges for physical therapy rendered to patients.
-Attends and participates in workshops, seminars, etc. to keep abreast of current changes in the health care field as well as to maintain professional status.
-Able to evaluate and treat all age groups include pediatrics, adolescents, adult and geriatrics.
-Assumes supervision responsibilities of Physical Therapy Manager as delegated by Physical Therapy Manager.
-Maintains patient confidentiality and patient rights at all times.
-Is alert for patient safety at all times.
-Continually monitors the condition of equipment.
-Communicates patient status, goals and treatment plan with other relevant disciplines and staff members.
-Demonstrates competence in basic knowledge and direct clinical skills. -Evaluates for age-appropriate behavior motor skills and physiological norms of the above identified patients.
-Recognizes patients' psychological development and modifies approaches for the above identifies patients.
-Recognizes potential lifestyle changes resulting from illness that will interfere with the discharge plan and develops plan accordingly.
-Identifies increased physical/emotional dependency needs and evaluates availability of support system for the above defined patients. -Interview/communication techniques are age-appropriate.
-Assesses patients for signs and symptoms of abuse/neglect and refers to appropriate personnel and/or community agency.

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Therapist with MA license

EXPERIENCE:

Must have, as minimum, experience as a therapist in a hospital, SNF or other related medical facility

Must have training in rehabilitation and restorative therapy practices

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Additional Job Description

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

One Hospital Road

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$73,091.20 - $109,813.60/Annual

Grade

6At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .... Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

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