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Physical Therapist-Home Care

Mass General Brigham · Northampton, MA · 6 mo ago
Healthcare$72k–$106k/yrFull-time

About the role

VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, Inc., a part of Mass General Brigham, seeks a Physical Therapist to assist patients in their homes to enhance their physical functioning.

Responsibilities

  • 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.
  • Provides in-service education programs for nursing personnel as needed.
  • Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.
  • Discusses evaluation, goals and treatment with both patient and family.
  • Participates in Hospital-wide quality process improvement.
  • Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.

Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program is required.
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred.
  • No experience in lieu of a degree accepted.
  • Mass Licensed Physical Therapist.
  • Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License Mass License.

Skills

  • 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.

Physical Requirements

  • Standing Frequently (34-66%).
  • Walking Frequently (34-66%).
  • Sitting Occasionally (3-33%).
  • Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device).
  • Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs.
  • Pushing Occasionally (3-33%).
  • Pulling Occasionally (3-33%).
  • Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%).
  • Balancing Frequently (34-66%).
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%).
  • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%).
  • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%).
  • Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%).
  • Reaching Frequently (34-66%).
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%).
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%).
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%).
  • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%).
  • Far Vision Constantly (67-100%).
  • Near Vision Constantly (67-100%).
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%).
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%).

Additional Job Details

Remote work location: 168 Industrial Drive.

Pay Range

$71,822.40 - $106,059.20/Annual

Grade

6

Benefits

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.

EEO Statement

VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, 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.

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