Tufts Medical Center
Outpatient Pelvic Health Physical Therapist
Tufts Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02111
Job Profile
Summary
This role focuses on assessing the needs of patients who have physical, mental, or emotional disabilities and delivering therapy services to improve their developmental,
physical
or cognitive impairment
.
In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Physical Therapy duties:
Provides
services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease.
Examines
patient's medical history, evaluates their physical abilities,
determines
their potential to respond to therapy, and develops treatment plans
.
A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other
lower level
professionals or manage processes and programs
.
The majority of
time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically
acquired
through advanced education
.
An experienced level role that applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience
.
Works independently with general supervision, problems faced are difficult but typically not complex, and may influence others within the job area through explanation of facts,
policies
and practices.
Job OverviewThis position evaluates,
develops
and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of physical therapy. The therapist will be educated in evaluating and treating all age groups to help patients achieve a maximum level of function using various therapeutic exercises, activities,
modalities
and skills. The therapist
is responsible for
documenting all age-appropriate patient care treatments in the medical record to
comply with
the policy and procedures of the department,
organization
and JCAHO requirements. The staff member will act as a liaison with other disciplines for problem-solving issues that arise related to clinical therapy services.
May provide physical therapy coverage on a rotating bases for weekends and holidays dependent on operational need.
Job DescriptionMinimum Qualifications
:1.
Bachelors
Degree.2.
Graduation from an approved school of Physical Therapy.3.
Physical Therapy (PT) License.
Licensure in NH may be required depending on assigned territory and operational need.4.
One (1) year of clinical experience.
Preferred Qualifications
:1.
Advanced Degree (
Masters
or Doctorate).2.
Two (2) years of clinical experience.
Duties and Responsibilities
:
The
duties and responsibilities listed
below
are intended to describe the general nature of work
and
are not intended to be an all-inclusive list
.
Other duties
and responsibilities
may be assigned.
1
.
Assesses, re-assesses & treats a variety of diagnoses with a high degree of professional competency & efficiency to ensure quality patient care; Able to evaluate & treat pediatric, adolescent, geriatric & the general population.2.
Assesses & re-assesses patient pain and develops
appropriate treatment
plan to
assist
patient in
attaining
maximum
functional outcomes.3.
Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of plan of care; formulates a teaching plan based upon
identified
learning, cultural and psychosocial needs.4.
Sets realistic
short and long term
goals and plan of care related to patient’s physical therapy needs within the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary systems.5.
Communicates clearly and appropriately to patients, families, physicians,
staff
and all other customer groups.6.
Supervises and educates students and evaluates the student’s performance
.7.
Maintains
and completes proper and
timely
documentation in the medical record for all patients treated to promote communication to physicians and to ensure proper reimbursement.8.
Contributes to the department to ensure that the operations are efficient and cost effective; adheres to billing guidelines, charges, insurance limitation & all other departmental operations.9.
Prepares department for JCAHO surveys and
participates
in CQI activities
.
Performs other related duties as assigned and/or necessary to assure
appropriate patient
care.10.
Attends intra-departmental rounds, team meetings, and case conferences and staff meetings
.
Attends professional meetings,
courses
and conferences to continue education.11.
Meets organization’s attendance & punctuality requirements to ensure proper coverage and quality service to patients,
visitors
and co-workers.12.
Follows established organizational precautions and procedures in the performance of all job duties to ensure a safe work environment for self and others.13.
Works directly and collaboratively with the interdisciplinary health care team, the patient, and the patient’s family to promote maximum level of patient safety and independence in discharge planning.
Physical Requirements
:1. Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing, walking, and transferring patients.2. Regularly lift and/or move 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.3. Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to
operate
computer keyboard, dexterity to
provide
quantitative testing and manual treatment techniques to a wide variety of patients.4. Visual acuity that allows for
frequently
uses computer screen and reports5. The employee in this position
frequently
communicates internally and externally; must be able to exchange
accurate
information via phone, email and/or in person.
Skills & Abilities:1.
Demonstrate
s
interpersonal skills including communication, teamwork, and
willing
to work one-on-one
or
a group basis.2.
Ability to work independently, to be self-motivated and well organized. Ability to function well in
very busy
situations.3.
Responsible and reliable.4.
Demonstrates
flexibility and
able
to adjust to changes at a moment’s notice.5
.
Maturity
to
operate
effectively within a multi-disciplinary setting.6.
Able to work effectively with a wide variety of patients with acute and
long term
disability.7.
Ability to read/write and communicate in English.8.
Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to assess the needs of patients of all different age populations in order to provide care appropriately.9.
Able to
visually and audibly assess injury and functional status of patients
and
patient’s
subjective complaints.10.
Knowledge of physical modalities, therapeutic
exercise
and other treatment skills
.11.
Ability to
observe
and evaluate treatment effect and adjust plan of care as
appropriate
.12.
Demonstrates
proper time management skills to
attain
department productivity while assuring quality patient care.
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at
careers@tuftsmedicine.org .
Outpatient Pelvic Health Physical Therapist at Tufts Medical Center summary:As an Outpatient Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, I assess and treat patients with physical, mental, or emotional disabilities to improve their mobility and quality of life. My role involves developing personalized treatment plans, documenting patient care, and collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams. With a focus on delivering high-quality therapy services, I ensure that patients achieve optimal functional outcomes through various therapeutic techniques.
Keywords:Outpatient Physical Therapist, Pelvic Health, Therapeutic Exercises, Physical Therapy Treatments, Patient Rehabilitation, Healthcare, Molbility Improvement, Clinical Evaluation, Patient Care Documentation, Therapy Services
Summary
This role focuses on assessing the needs of patients who have physical, mental, or emotional disabilities and delivering therapy services to improve their developmental,
physical
or cognitive impairment
.
In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Physical Therapy duties:
Provides
services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease.
Examines
patient's medical history, evaluates their physical abilities,
determines
their potential to respond to therapy, and develops treatment plans
.
A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other
lower level
professionals or manage processes and programs
.
The majority of
time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically
acquired
through advanced education
.
An experienced level role that applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience
.
Works independently with general supervision, problems faced are difficult but typically not complex, and may influence others within the job area through explanation of facts,
policies
and practices.
Job OverviewThis position evaluates,
develops
and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of physical therapy. The therapist will be educated in evaluating and treating all age groups to help patients achieve a maximum level of function using various therapeutic exercises, activities,
modalities
and skills. The therapist
is responsible for
documenting all age-appropriate patient care treatments in the medical record to
comply with
the policy and procedures of the department,
organization
and JCAHO requirements. The staff member will act as a liaison with other disciplines for problem-solving issues that arise related to clinical therapy services.
May provide physical therapy coverage on a rotating bases for weekends and holidays dependent on operational need.
Job DescriptionMinimum Qualifications
:1.
Bachelors
Degree.2.
Graduation from an approved school of Physical Therapy.3.
Physical Therapy (PT) License.
Licensure in NH may be required depending on assigned territory and operational need.4.
One (1) year of clinical experience.
Preferred Qualifications
:1.
Advanced Degree (
Masters
or Doctorate).2.
Two (2) years of clinical experience.
Duties and Responsibilities
:
The
duties and responsibilities listed
below
are intended to describe the general nature of work
and
are not intended to be an all-inclusive list
.
Other duties
and responsibilities
may be assigned.
1
.
Assesses, re-assesses & treats a variety of diagnoses with a high degree of professional competency & efficiency to ensure quality patient care; Able to evaluate & treat pediatric, adolescent, geriatric & the general population.2.
Assesses & re-assesses patient pain and develops
appropriate treatment
plan to
assist
patient in
attaining
maximum
functional outcomes.3.
Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of plan of care; formulates a teaching plan based upon
identified
learning, cultural and psychosocial needs.4.
Sets realistic
short and long term
goals and plan of care related to patient’s physical therapy needs within the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary systems.5.
Communicates clearly and appropriately to patients, families, physicians,
staff
and all other customer groups.6.
Supervises and educates students and evaluates the student’s performance
.7.
Maintains
and completes proper and
timely
documentation in the medical record for all patients treated to promote communication to physicians and to ensure proper reimbursement.8.
Contributes to the department to ensure that the operations are efficient and cost effective; adheres to billing guidelines, charges, insurance limitation & all other departmental operations.9.
Prepares department for JCAHO surveys and
participates
in CQI activities
.
Performs other related duties as assigned and/or necessary to assure
appropriate patient
care.10.
Attends intra-departmental rounds, team meetings, and case conferences and staff meetings
.
Attends professional meetings,
courses
and conferences to continue education.11.
Meets organization’s attendance & punctuality requirements to ensure proper coverage and quality service to patients,
visitors
and co-workers.12.
Follows established organizational precautions and procedures in the performance of all job duties to ensure a safe work environment for self and others.13.
Works directly and collaboratively with the interdisciplinary health care team, the patient, and the patient’s family to promote maximum level of patient safety and independence in discharge planning.
Physical Requirements
:1. Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing, walking, and transferring patients.2. Regularly lift and/or move 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.3. Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to
operate
computer keyboard, dexterity to
provide
quantitative testing and manual treatment techniques to a wide variety of patients.4. Visual acuity that allows for
frequently
uses computer screen and reports5. The employee in this position
frequently
communicates internally and externally; must be able to exchange
accurate
information via phone, email and/or in person.
Skills & Abilities:1.
Demonstrate
s
interpersonal skills including communication, teamwork, and
willing
to work one-on-one
or
a group basis.2.
Ability to work independently, to be self-motivated and well organized. Ability to function well in
very busy
situations.3.
Responsible and reliable.4.
Demonstrates
flexibility and
able
to adjust to changes at a moment’s notice.5
.
Maturity
to
operate
effectively within a multi-disciplinary setting.6.
Able to work effectively with a wide variety of patients with acute and
long term
disability.7.
Ability to read/write and communicate in English.8.
Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to assess the needs of patients of all different age populations in order to provide care appropriately.9.
Able to
visually and audibly assess injury and functional status of patients
and
patient’s
subjective complaints.10.
Knowledge of physical modalities, therapeutic
exercise
and other treatment skills
.11.
Ability to
observe
and evaluate treatment effect and adjust plan of care as
appropriate
.12.
Demonstrates
proper time management skills to
attain
department productivity while assuring quality patient care.
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at
careers@tuftsmedicine.org .
Outpatient Pelvic Health Physical Therapist at Tufts Medical Center summary:As an Outpatient Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, I assess and treat patients with physical, mental, or emotional disabilities to improve their mobility and quality of life. My role involves developing personalized treatment plans, documenting patient care, and collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams. With a focus on delivering high-quality therapy services, I ensure that patients achieve optimal functional outcomes through various therapeutic techniques.
Keywords:Outpatient Physical Therapist, Pelvic Health, Therapeutic Exercises, Physical Therapy Treatments, Patient Rehabilitation, Healthcare, Molbility Improvement, Clinical Evaluation, Patient Care Documentation, Therapy Services