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Site: The General 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. Job Summary Under the general supervision of the Associate Director of Care Innovation/Physical Therapist, the ALS/MND Clinical Research Physical Therapist is responsible for clinical care of patients with ALS, SMA, and other neuromuscular diseases, as well as actively participating in ALS and other neuromuscular clinical research, within the scope of their license in Massachusetts. The ALS/MND Clinical Research Physical Therapist is familiar with Motor Neuron Diseases and Clinical Research within this population and is a member of the outpatient multidisciplinary clinical care and clinical research teams at the Sean Healey and AMG ALS Center ALS Clinic, MGH Adult SMA clinic, and the Neurological Clinical Research Institute. Qualifications CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide competent, compassionate physical therapy care based on scientific principles, physical therapy knowledge/education, and clinical judgement Provide Physical Therapy assessment, consultation, recommendations, care coordination, PT treatment, and education to patients with ALS and other neuromuscular/neurological diseases, and their families/caregivers Identify, facilitate, and evaluate the outcomes of physical therapy care for individual patients or groups of patients. Coordinate involvement of the patient, family/caregivers, and health team members in patient care, including patient/family education, and provide and recommend resources (verbal, demonstrative, written, community) for patients and their families Order, in collaboration with MDs/APPs, appropriate equipment and services for patients. Provide patient follow-up (including phone calls, email, and paperwork) between in-person clinical visits, including communication with patients, caregivers, and internal/external healthcare providers (PT, OT, as well as MD/NP/RN), including community outreach to outside organizations Participate in Virtual Visits with providers (MD/NP) as needed Document relevant patient information May require occasional visits to patient homes for clinical care or travel to clinical meetings Appropriately utilize physical therapy and other clinical resources to provide care Train and mentor other clinical staff, including PTs, as appropriate Participation in, and coordination of, clinical and department projects as appropriate, With the Associate Director of Care Innovation, actively identify needs/issues/projects and coordinate projects and plans, asking for direction as needed RESEARCH RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform outcome measures as outlined in the protocol. This may include any appropriate outcome measure, including but not limited to strength and other physical testing, Vital Capacity Testing, ALS Functional Rating Scale Questionnaire, Interview Questionnaires, gait and balance measures, and other tests and measures appropriate to the role Act as primary outcomes trainer for NCRI and MND clinic staff for outcomes measures for clinical trials and for the ALS clinic, and monitor the overall outcome process Act as a resource for study staff regarding outcomes and other appropriate study visit and study-related questions per GCP training, PT clinical knowledge, and outcomes measures expertise Coordinate and implement research studies according to the study protocols Collaborate with PIs and study teams on new studies to ensure timely start-up, and be available to assist the study team with the coordination of services needed to implement the study, as well as be available to assess study progress and problem-solve as needed Assess patient participation on a continuous basis in light of ethical considerations. Act as a liaison between the patient/participant and other members of the team regarding patient care activities related to the protocol. Work with physicians, nurses, research coordinators, and patients in the selection of and participation by appropriate patients/participants Develop, implement, and support systems to promote efficiency, productivity, and operating systems to economize resources Facilitate integration of regulatory guidelines to ensure safe practice Collaborate with the study team in the development of new research studies, including the use of outcome measures and data form development, as well as participate in PT or rehab-based studies Present study findings to interested groups both inside and outside of the hospital, including but not limited to presentations, posters, and collaboration on papers May require travel to research study meetings and/or research study participants’ homes for study visits. May also be involved in protocol development and implementation, data compilation and analysis, and presentation/publication of data. May be involved in obtaining study approvals and informed consent; screening and enrolling patients into the studies as appropriate. With assistance from research coordinators, may be responsible for IRB submissions for protocols EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy preferred, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS: Physical Therapist [State License] EXPERIENCE: Experience working as a physical therapist in a hospital, rehab, or Ambulatory setting, 1-2 years required KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/COMPETENCIES: - Knowledge of medical terminology. - Excellent organizational skills. - Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems. - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. - Teaching others how to do something. - Excellent problem-solving, case management, and communication skills. - Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements. 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 165 Cambridge Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 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. 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