Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation
Job Summary
Spaulding Outpatient Center Wellesley is expanding!
We are seeking a full-time Physical Therapist specializing in cancer rehabilitation and lymphedema treatment to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest and/or experience in treating patients with lymphedema, cancer-related impairments, post-surgical conditions, and other oncology-related rehabilitation needs. This position offers the opportunity to provide individualized, compassionate, evidence-based care while helping patients improve function, mobility, and quality of life throughout their cancer journey.
Summary
Restores Patient Physical Functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results, determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans, administering manual exercises, and instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and using assistive and supportive devices. They will be responsible for Physical Therapy Students and Physical Therapy Assistants, as well as training new staff as needed. They will also participate in program development and research as required per site.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
-Establishes therapy goals and formulates a treatment plan based on evaluation results.
-Supervises PTAs in accordance with organizational policy and state regulations.
-Provides individual, family, and group therapy sessions for clients engaged in outpatient therapy
-Participates in interdisciplinary groups for hospice patients and case conference meetings for home health patients.
-Participates in discharge planning.
-Provide initial assessment of clinical needs using standardized tools and protocols, and facilitate recommendations for treatment.
-Record all pertinent data in the patient’s medical records.
Education
Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy required or Master's Degree Physical Therapy required or Doctor of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Physical Therapist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Experience
Experience in a hospital, rehab or ambulatory setting 2-3 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills required.
- Ability to work independently with only general supervision.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
- Intermediate-to-advanced ability to get work done through others.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent coach and strong motivator.
- Excellent problem-solving, case management, and communication skills.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical RequirementsStanding 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%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Onsite
65 Walnut Street
40
Regular
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$90,084.80 - $119,787.20/Annual
Grade
6
At 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.
