Occupational Therapist

Job Summary

Qualifications

Responsibilities

Physical Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program with a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
Computer knowledge in a health care based system is also required
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, attention to detail, and time-management skills
Ability to travel to other office locations required
Licensed in the state of Indiana

• Treat pre and post-surgical patients, sports injuries, spine dysfunction, podiatry and pain management.
• Evaluate new patients, develop plans of care and set measurable, functional goals.
• Treat patients, answer their concerns and educate them on their injury, progress and probable outcomes.
• Supervise aides when they are providing modalities for non-Medicare, non-BCBSM patients, and also in their general set up/clean up duties.
• Re-evaluate patient progress, revise plans of care, reset goals, and appropriate discharge planning.
• Communicate effectively with physicians and support staff regarding plan of care.
• Maintain a reasonable level of productivity as determine by company and industry standards.
• Help develop protocols and participate in research studies, along with present continuing education information to staff.
• Fabricate custom made splints for upper extremities as needed.
• Complete documentation in timely and proficient manner as required by insurance policies and procedures.
• Provide excellent customer service consistent with the company policy.
• Maintain a clean, functional work environment, including but not limited to: sanitizing tables/equipment, putting away equipment after use, and maintaining office equipment as needed to help with the flow of the clinic.
• Assist in orientation and instruction to new physical therapists, new physical therapy assistants and physical therapy technicians.
• Perform light clerical duties such as answering phones, taking messages, and scheduling patients as needed.