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Rehab Co-op/Intern

CompanyMass General Brigham
LocationCambridge
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 11, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Perform routine exercises and functional activities for patients under the supervision of a licensed therapist. Responsibilities include preparing patients for treatment, assisting during therapy, and maintaining a clean working area.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
14898
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Mass General Brigham is an integrated academic health care system, uniting great minds to solve the hardest problems in medicine for our communities and the world. Mass General Brigham connects a full continuum of care across a system of academic medical centers, community and specialty hospitals, a health insurance plan, physician networks, community health centers, home care, and long-term care services. Mass General Brigham is a nonprofit organization that is committed to patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. In addition, Mass General Brigham is one of the nation’s leading biomedical research organizations and a principal teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School.
About the Role
Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation 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

Summary

Responsible for performing routine exercises or follow-up of functional activities (direct patient care) under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist or therapy assistant.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

-Prepares patients for treatment by therapist.

-Assists therapists during therapy.

-Attends and actively participates in team meetings.

-Transfers and transports patients in a safe and timely manner.

-Maintains equipment and working area in clean, orderly condition.


 

Qualifications

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience Experience working as a Rehab Aid 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge of medical terminology. - Excellent attention to detail Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills. - Good bedside manner. - Good physical strength and stamina for lifting and moving immobile patients.


 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements
  • Standing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Walking Frequently (34-66%)
  • Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
  • Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
  • Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • 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%)

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    Remote Type

    Onsite


     

    Work Location

    1575 Cambridge Street


     

    Scheduled Weekly Hours

    40


     

    Employee Type

    Temporary


     

    Work Shift

    Day (United States of America)



     

    Pay Range

    - /


     

    Grade

    3


     

    At 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.


     

    EEO Statement:

    1460 Spaulding Hospital-Cambridge, 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.


     

    Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

    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.

    Key Skills
    Medical TerminologyAttention To DetailCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeamworkBedside MannerPatient TransferPatient Transport
    Categories
    HealthcareScience & Research
    Benefits
    Comprehensive BenefitsCareer Advancement OpportunitiesDifferentialsPremiumsBonusesRecognition Programs