Occupational Therapist- Orthopaedics

Responsible for evaluating assigned patients and developing and implementing appropriate treatment plans working with people of all ages who need specialized assistance to lead independent, productive lives. The Occupational Therapist will be expected to work closely with our Orthopaedic surgeons and non-operative providers in organizing their client schedules with successful outcomes and patient satisfaction; and other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS                                                                                                

• Provides comprehensive goal-directed patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes.
• Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals, objectives, and programs.
• Provides education to the patient, family and supportive personnel for in-hospital care and to assure safe discharge.
• Completes medical record documentation in clear, concise, accurate and timely manner in compliance with department, state, federal, and intermediary guidelines.
• Completes hospital billing in compliance with department, state, federal, and intermediary guidelines.
• Coordinates patient care with colleagues within the department and in other departments.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited ACOTE program and completion of clinical rotations required
• Must hold a MD license (or eligibility) in Occupational Therapy
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) is preferred but not required
• Occupational Therapist pursuing CHT specialization is required if applicant is not a CHT