Occupational Therapist I

Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.

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.

Starting pay rate $90k

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Inpatient Occupational Therapist to provide exceptional care to patients throughout the hospital. In this acute care setting, our Occupational Therapists evaluate and treat patients with a wide range of orthopedic and medical conditions. They help patients of all ages participate in the activities and occupations that are important to them and work closely and collaboratively with other disciplines to meet patients' varied needs.

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. 
• Demonstrate communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to manage a diverse patient population of varying diagnoses, ranging in age from adolescent to geriatric.
• 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. 
• Assist in triaging, prioritizing, monitoring admissions, referrals, and discharges to and from the service as assigned. 
• 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. 
• Supervise aides and other support personnel as appropriate.
• Assist in the supervision of students and other individuals seeking educational experiences related to occupational therapy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy required. 
• Masters Entry Level, or Advanced Masters in Occupational Therapy encouraged
• Current OT License in the State of Massachusetts required and maintained
• Current CPR certification required and maintained  
• AOTA/ASHT membership preferred 
• AOTA National Board Licensing 
• Acute Hospital experience is preferred

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%)

Onsite1153 Centre Street40RegularDay (United States of America)

Pay Range

$73,091.20 - $109,813.60/Annual

Grade

6At 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 an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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