Staff Physical Therapist - Acute Care - Remote

Overview

The Staff Physical Therapist at Brigham and Women's Hospital provides essential patient care in a dynamic acute care environment, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance rehabilitation services.

In Short

• Full-time position with a focus on inpatient rehabilitation.
• Opportunity to work across multiple teams with diverse patient diagnoses.
• Mentorship from experienced clinicians and access to continuing education.
• Participation in departmental committees for professional growth.
• Requires a current Massachusetts physical therapy license.
• Collaboration with healthcare teams for effective patient care.
• Supervision of aides and students in a clinical setting.
• Prolonged physical activity including walking and lifting.
• Work in a hospital environment with exposure to various health risks.
• Rotation through weekend coverage is expected.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Unrestricted license to practice physical therapy in Massachusetts.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse patient caseload effectively.
• Analytical skills for sound clinical decision-making.
• Ability to work under stress with critically ill patients.
• Knowledge of growth and development principles for various age groups.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift and transfer patients safely.
• Commitment to professional development and departmental policies.

Benefits

• Opportunities for clinical growth and advancement.
• Financial support for continuing education courses.
• Access to formal mentorship programs.
• Participation in committees for professional engagement.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative team environment.