Occupational Therapist

3 weeks ago


Louisville, United States Orthopedic Centers of Colorado Full time $35 - $45
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the direction of the Therapy Manager, the Hand Therapist is responsible for the delivery of quality hand therapy services in accordance with the patient’s plan of care for outpatients with hand therapy needs.

Open to candidates for all 3 of our Cornerstone locations which are located in Wheat Ridge, Superior and Westminster.


OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

  • Perform and document an initial exam, evaluating data to identify problems and determine a therapy diagnosis prior to intervention. Review physician's referral and patient's medical records to help determine diagnosis and occupational therapy treatment required.
  • Provide information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs. Help to restore physical function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and improve performance of functional activities.
  • Obtain patients' informed consent to proposed interventions.
  • Perform manual therapy, direct therapeutic exercises and activities. Provide patient education, neuromuscular education, orthotic fabrication, and wound care services.
  • Identify and document goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.
  • Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
  • Record prognosis, treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enter information into computer. Test and measure patient's strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity, or respiratory or circulatory efficiency and record data.
  • Discharge patient from occupational therapy when goals or projected outcomes have been attained and provide for appropriate follow-up care or referrals.
  • Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
  • Maintain confidentiality of Personal Health Information (PHI) in accordance with company Policies and State and Federal laws, including OHSA and HIPAA regulations.
  • Perform job in accordance with all company safety practices.
  • Collaborative, self-directed team player with a can-do attitude
  • Able to carry a full-case load with complex post-operative patients.
  • Proficient in the understanding of the anatomical structure of hand, wrist, shoulder and elbow
  • Skilled in Orthotic fabrication (thermoplastic, delta, quickcast), manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, wound care and modalities for the Upper Extremity including shoulder
  • Other duties as assigned.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

$35-45 Per hour

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Generous PTO package and paid holidays
  • Company-paid life insurance and long term disability insurance
  • Ability to purchase accident insurance, short and long-term disability insurance.
  • Opportunities for internal training and development
  • Annual stipend for continuing education in certain positions
  • Retirement Plan eligibility after one year of service with eligibility in company profit sharing
  • Most positions offer Monday – Friday work schedules


Requirements:

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

  • Graduate from an approved school of Occupational Therapy
  • Current registration with the NBCOT for Occupational Therapy
  • Current state licensure from Colorado DORA.
  • Current BLS certification within 60 days from hire.
  • Ability to use computer to enter patient documentation
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

  • CHT certification strongly preferred or working towards CHT
  • 1 to 2 years of hand therapy experience
  • Experience with WebPT EMR a plus

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Typical clinical office and exam/procedure room environment.
  • Possible exposure to communicable diseases and other conditions common to clinical settings
  • Frequent standing, typing, moussing, and reading paper and electronic documents
  • Ability to file and track documents and data, both in written and electronic form
  • Able to frequently stoop, lift carry and push/pull 15 pounds and occasionally up to 30 pounds
  • Hours of business are Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.


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