Summary
Restores Patient Physical Functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans; administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and in using assistant and supportive devices. They will be responsible for Physical Therapy Student 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 according to organization policy and state regulations.
-Provides individual, family and group therapy sessions for clients engaged in outpatient therapy
-Participates in the interdisciplinary group for hospice patients and the 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
Doctor of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No QUALIFICATIONS
1. Must be a graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
2. Must possess a current unrestricted license to practice physical therapy from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Experience
3. Experience in a hospital, rehab or ambulatory setting 2-3 years required SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
1. Must possess communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to manage a diverse patient population of varying diagnosis and case types.
2. Must possess analytical abilities and sound knowledge in Physical Therapy to effectively manage a varied caseload demonstrating sound clinical decision-making and judgment (up to 90% of work time).
3. Work requires up to three months orientation to acquire necessary familiarity with department and hospital policies and procedures, and the specific quality standards of care and competencies, and procedures unique to the assigned patient area.
4. Must possess effective communication skills (written and verbal) to interact with patients (up to 70% of work time), rehabilitation and medical team (up to 20% of work time), and patients' families (up to 10% of work time).
5. Work requires prolonged walking and standing (up to 95% of work time); lifting, transferring, and positioning of patients and equipment (10% - 50% of work time), and the transportation of patients (up to 10% of work time).
6. Work with critically ill patients (up to 10% of work time) produces a high level of stress and mental fatigue.
7. Must be able to work with newborns (if assigned) to the oldest old (up to 20% of the work time). The majority of patient care (70% of work time) is the 18- to 65-year-olds.
8. The individual in this position must demonstrate appropriate knowledge of the principles of growth and development, which would include neonates to the oldest old. In addition, the therapist must demonstrate competency in examination/evaluation and treatment relative to age specific needs for the patient population for which they provide therapy, and as described in the department's practice standards.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Works in hospital environments where there is some exposure to blood/body fluids/hazardous materials, communicable diseases (10% - 25% of work time) and unpleasant odors (up to 25% of work time).
2. Work requiring physical effort for lifting, transferring, and positioning of patients and/or equipment (up to 50% of work time) may result in musculoskeletal strain or injury with improper body mechanics.
3. Work requires use of sharp and/or electrical equipment (up to 20%), which could result in, cuts or burns with improper safety.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists with supervision and education of assistants and aides.
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Patient charges are entered in an accurate and timely manner as appropriately supported by the medical documentation. 2. Hospital and department equipment is managed in an appropriate and cost-efficient manner.
HOSPITAL WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES: Works within legal, regulatory, accreditation and ethical practice standards relevant to the position and as established by BWH/Partners; follows safe practices required for the position; complies with appropriate BWH and Partners policies and procedures; fulfills any training required by BWH and/or Partners, as appropriate; brings potential matters of non-compliance to the attention of the supervisor or other appropriate hospital staff.
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. 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%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Jul 18, 2025