NORTHAMPTON VNA Physical Therapist At Mass General Brigham, we know it
takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our
mission - from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to
dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit
organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient
care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great
value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim
to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General
Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences
makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives
that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in
research and patient care. 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. With energy and
purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General
Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and
has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,00 medical
professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in
Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the
Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson's VNA & Hospital is also a vital part
of our network, providing home-based services through-out Hampshire and
Franklin counties. Job Summary The VNA Physical Therapist is responsible
for planning and providing physical therapy services to patients in
their place of residence in accordance with the plan of care. The
Physical Therapist performs functions that require substantial
specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill based upon the principles of
psychological, biological, and social services and must be able to make
judgments accordingly. This position reports to the VNA Clinical Team
Manager, Rehabilitation and operates within established organizational
and departmental policies and procedures. Qualifications Bachelor's
degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited physical therapy program
approved by the American Physical Therapy Association required; Masters
degree or doctorate preferred Current licensure and registration as a
Physical Therapist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required Current
CPR certification required Minimum of one (1) year physical therapist
experience in a health care facility or equivalent experience required;
home care experience preferred Demonstrated knowledge in the principles
of physical therapy required Demonstrated strong verbal and written
communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills required Current
valid driver's license, a good driving record, and reliable
transportation required