Occupational Therapist

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

Growth

 

Job Summary

Helps people of all ages to participate in the activities and occupations that are important to them. Routinely works with individuals who have physical, cognitive, developmental, or emotional challenges that affect their ability to perform everyday tasks.

 

Qualifications

We are currently seeking an Occupational Therapist for 20-hours at Spaulding MGB in Braintree, MA. Our team holds experienced providers in physiatry, physical therapy and occupational therapy with a patient centered focus on exceptional care.

The ideal candidate will have advanced skills in managing patients with hand and upper extremity diagnoses, using therapeutic techniques to restore physical function and promote patient independence in daily activities for both orthopedic and neurologic conditions.  Candidates that demonstrate evidence-based clinical reasoning are asked to apply.

We offer ongoing mentorship and opportunities for clinical growth through internal continuing education, along with substantial personal CE funding for conferences.

Essential Functions

-Conduct assessments of patients' physical, mental, and developmental abilities.
-Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessments.
-Implement and monitor treatment plans, adjusting as needed.
-Provide education to patients and their families about therapeutic activities and exercises they can do at home.
-Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, nurses, and physical therapists, to provide comprehensive care.
-Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and progress notes.
-Attend staff meetings, continuing education programs, and professional development activities to stay current with new techniques and best practices.

Education
Master's Degree Occupational Therapy required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Occupational Therapist [State License] - required

Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - preferred

Experience
Occupational Therapist, experience preferred, all applicants meeting requirements considered
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work effectively with patients and co-workers.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills required.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

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%)

 

Remote Type

Onsite

 

Work Location

300 Granite Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$78,104.00 - $115,388.00/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