We are seeking a dynamic leader for our extensive acute care physical therapy services!The Physical and Occupational Therapy Department at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) consists of a large acute care service and 6 ambulatory care practices. Our compassionate, vibrant, and dynamic group of more than 250 clinicians, 85 of whom are ABPTS, AOTA or ASHT board-certified clinical specialists, strives daily to provide top of license practice reflective of current physical and occupational therapy science.
The acute care Physical Therapy Service delivers innovative care to the most medically complex patients in the world. Within a scope of more than 1000 inpatient beds across general care, critical, peri-operative, and emergency services, our inquisitive and ambitious staff foster an environment of lifelong learning, collaboration, and professional advancement. Interprofessional collaboration with medical specialists and subspecialists, nurses, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other health care professionals is a central tenant of our clinical practice.
Founded in 1811, MGH is the third oldest hospital in the country and the largest hospital in New England with the largest hospital-based research program in the U.S. For the past 212 years, MGH has been at the forefront of healthcare, consistently pushing the boundaries of medicine to deliver the best care possible to the diverse communities we serve. Consistently recognized as one of the best large employers in the New England area, we offer comprehensive medical/dental/vision plans, retirement benefits, continuing education, short-term disability, and paid time off in addition to multiple other discounts and perks.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking an outstanding physical therapist to serve as an Inpatient Clinical Director with the opportunity to co-direct daily operations, advance the vision of our department, and innovate clinical practice in a dynamic healthcare environment. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a passion for patient care and a proven commitment to mentorship and providing equitable opportunities for the professional growth of our staff. Previous leadership experience within an academic medical center is strongly encouraged. The role provides the opportunity to work remotely up to 2 days per week (subject to change based on operational needs).
Minimum Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited program of physical therapy, receiving a BS, BA, MS, MA, DPT, post-professional master's, or doctoral degree in a related field (Health Policy, Business, Public Administration) is preferred.
- Working knowledge of Centers for Medicare Services, The Joint Commission, and Mass Dept. of Public Health preferred.
- Demonstrated competence directing a clinical service.
- Evidence of progressive leadership and management responsibility, including operations management, performance improvement and quality assessment initiatives, policy and procedure development, and effective collaboration with clinical and administrative leaders.
- Extensive clinical/professional experience in an acute care academic medical center environment required. Greater than 7 years preferred.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physical Therapist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Massachusetts General Hospital 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.
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