Physical Therapist: This 1.0 FTE/Full-time position is scheduled to work 10 HR day shifts, 8 HR shifts are available as well.
Compensation: Non-exempt, $50/HR-$70/HR
Benefits:At Mason Health, we are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your professional growth and personal well-being. Whether you are a Part-time or Full-time member:
Health & Wellness Benefits:- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - With employer paid premiums for full-time employees
- Mental Health & Wellness Resources - Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Talkspace, and the Calm App.
- Life Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Financial Benefits:- Retirement/Deferred Compensation Plans - Mason Health contributes 8% of your compensation every pay period when you contribute at least 5%.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Approved by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for student loan repayment programs.
Time Off & Work-Life Balance:- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Accrue up to 8 hours of PTO every bi-weekly pay period, starting with 5 weeks of PTO and increasing to 7+ weeks after 3 years.
Exciting Incentive:- Employee Referral Program - Earn up to $7,500 depending on the role.
Job SummaryResponsible for the evaluation of patients, determining plan-of-care and goals of treatment, participating in treatment of patients within the scope of Physical Therapy. Provides oversight to therapy assistants and students in following the plan-of-care and treatment of patients appropriate to the age of the patient served; provides supervision to therapy aides and volunteers. Works as part of a patient care team toward the best outcomes for the patient.
Job Specific Duties & Responsibilities- Evaluates assigned patients and establishes a treatment plan and goals, using data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observation, and team members.
- Completes patient treatment according to plan of care and modifies plan to meet patient needs, and updates plan as appropriate.
- Completes documentation accurately, timely, according to regulatory and state licensure requirements, and within professional standards.
- Collaborates with other healthcare professionals as necessary to ensure smooth continuous care of the patients. May act as a liaison with nursing, medical and other therapy staffs to facilitate problem solving and coordination of other services and act as an educational resource.
- Mentors and provides oversight to new employees, physical therapist assistants, and therapy aides. Provides instruction and training to students.
- Actively develops and maintains professional and clinical skills. Participates in staff meetings, patient care meetings, educational in-services, caregiver orientation and other professional activities. Maintains awareness of policies and procedures and performance standards.
- Consistently demonstrates MGH values and provides all patients/customers with an excellent service experience.
- Recommends and participates in development of new services and programs, quality improvement and monitoring activities.
- Supports patient care and operational needs by participating in weekend and holiday staffing, voluntarily or as assigned by department leadership.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations- Current Physical Therapist license from the State Physical Therapy Licensing Board
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or within 180 days of hire.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Ability to assess patients' conditions and exercise independent judgment.
- Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to identify and employ communication strategies appropriate to the audience.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and display flexibility in a fast paced and changing work environment.
