Occupational Therapist - Outpatient Ortho

US Physical Therapy

$73K — $88K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
  • Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
  • Current state of Virginia license or eligibility to obtain one, along with CPR certification.
  • Skilled in developing and implementing outpatient balance and vestibular rehabilitation treatment plans.
  • Ability to work independently and efficiently.
  • Familiarity with basic PC skills, including EMR systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

  • Assess patients and create tailored treatment plans based on evaluations.
  • Review physician referrals and patient medical histories to determine required occupational therapy.
  • Provide direct patient care following established protocols and guidelines.
  • Document patient progress, findings, and instructions for both patients and caregivers.
  • Oversee patient care delivered by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
  • Develop a comprehensive written plan of care with achievable goals based on evaluations.
  • Effectively communicate with patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, including insurance companies.
  • Ensure timely documentation of daily notes, progress reports, evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a diverse range of specialized services, including geriatrics and sports rehabilitation.
  • Strong patient population providing a robust practice environment.
  • Focus on personalized healthcare solutions through patient-centered approaches.
Full Job Description
We offer diverse specialized services, including Back Pain, Concussion, Vestibular/Vertigo, Dry Needling, Foot and Ankle, Geriatrics, Head, Neck, and Facial Pain, Health and fitness, Industrial Rehabilitation, Local School Sports, and Manual Therapy. Rehab Associates of Central Virginia's strong patient population further defines its reputation for delivering effective, personalized healthcare solutions.
  • Assesses patients and develops and initiates treatment plans based on the evaluation results.
  • Review the Physician's referral (Prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the occupational therapy treatment required.
  • Provides direct patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines.
  • Documents findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers.
  • Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
  • Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals.
  • Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies.
  • Ensure timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports.
Qualifications
  • Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
  • Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
  • Current state of Virginia license or ability to obtain a Virginia license and CPR certification.
  • Able to create and implement outpatient balance and vestibular rehabilitation-setting treatment plans.
  • Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment.
  • Possesses basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems, Database software, and MS Office.
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