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Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.</p> <p>Full Time/ 40 Hours/ Ambulatory Orthopedic/</p> <p>Main campus BWH Boston site</p> <ul> <li>Excellent Benefits package </li><li>Professional Growth and Development / Career ladder </li></ul> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>Ambulatory Orthopedic Physical Therapy I Job Description</p> <p>We are seeking a dedicated physical therapist who has experience working with patients with orthopedic impairments and conditions. Staff therapists are expected to work with a variety of orthopedic diagnoses including, but not limited to non-operative and post-operative management of the spine, the upper extremities, and the lower extremities.</p> <p>Therapists will also treat patients with balance and gait disorders, connective tissue and rheumatologic conditions, central and peripheral vestibular dysfunction, pain-related disorders, and oncology-related sequelae.</p> <p>Staff Orthopedic Physical Therapists will be joining a team with diverse clinical backgrounds and expertise. Therapists should have an unrestricted license to practice physical therapy in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.</p> <p>Their primary responsibility is to provide patient care in accordance with State licensing regulations, departmental standards, and policies, and accepted professional standards of care. Additionally, we are looking for clinicians who will be able to treat patients with a variety of different backgrounds and identities.</p> <p>Staff therapists will receive mentorship from experienced clinicians, many of whom are Board Certified Clinical Specialists. In addition to regular collaboration with other rehabilitation disciplines and the multidisciplinary team, therapists will have opportunities for clinical growth through internal continuing education programming, financial support for external continuing education courses, and conferences, as well as access to a formal mentorship program.</p> <p>Therapists can also participate in a variety of Rehabilitation Department Committees to enhance their professional growth in addition to their clinical care. These committees include: The Community Resource Committee, Practice Standards Committee, Staff Development Committee, Rehab Recognition Committee, and Research Committee. Opportunities to advance on our established merit-based clinical ladder (i.e., Staff Therapist, Senior Therapist, Clinical Specialist) allow clinicians to be recognized for their clinical, scholarly, and service contributions and accomplishments.</p> <p>The Staff Orthopedic Physical Therapist position is an excellent opportunity for a Massachusetts licensed Physical Therapist seeking clinical and professional growth at a dynamic academic medical center.</p> <p>Primary Assigned Clinical Area: Outpatient Ambulatory Care 70 Francis Street in Boston, MA.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Education</p> <p>Doctor of Physical Therapy required.</p> <p>Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?</p> <p>No.</p> <p>Licenses and Credentials</p> <p>Physical Therapist MA State License.</p> <p>Experience</p> <p>1-2 years preferred.</p> <p>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of medical terminology. </li><li>Excellent organizational skills. </li><li>Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems. </li><li>Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. </li><li>Teaching others how to do something. </li><li>Excellent problem solving, case management and communication skills. </li><li>Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements. </li></ul> <p>Additional Job Details (if applicable)</p> <p>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%)</p> <p>Remote Type</p> <p>Onsite</p> <p>Work Location</p> <p>70 Francis Street</p> <p>Scheduled Weekly Hours</p> <p>40</p> <p>Employee Type</p> <p>Regular</p> <p>Work Shift</p> <p>Day (United States of America)</p> <p>EEO Statement:</p> <p>The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action 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.</p> <p>Mass General Brigham Competency Framework</p> <p>At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.</p>