The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics LLC (CAO) is seeking energetic Occupational Therapists to join our Staff therapy team. The Staff Occupational Therapist administers necessary occupational therapy treatments as determined through an evaluation process for patients who suffer from injuries or dysfunction of systems including but not limited to the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, central nervous system, cardiovascular and integumentary systems, or other physical, mental, or learning disability.
Requirements
- Provides direct patient care 100% of his/her work time which includes required documentation in patientsā medical records.
- Conducts comprehensive evaluation to determine appropriate course of care for each patient and follow up treatment as appropriate.
- Administers occupational therapy treatments and monitors such treatment within the scope of occupational therapy practice as appropriate for the patientās condition to decrease pain, increase range of motion and strength and promote function.
- Meets or exceeds CAO productivity standards as provided by his/her respective CAO Division.
- Documents treatments, responses, progress, and outcomes in the chart of the patient according to federal and state regulations and CAO requirements.
- Abides by all insurance guidelines required for insurance coverage and reimbursement, coordinating care in accordance with current authorizations, referrals, treatment plan and insurance benefits requirements.
- Supervises occupational therapist assistants and related therapy support staff during treatments as dictated by his/her state OT Practice Act and federal regulations.
- Supervises and assists with student observation/clinical rotation, as applicable and according to federal and state regulations.
- Works in collaboration with, and communicates effectively with, other medical providers for the purpose of benefitting the patientās recovery and ensuring successful outcomes.
- Actively participates on the Therapy team, including but not limited to staff meetings, CAO sponsored events, webinars, in-services, and departmental meetings.
- Assists with the smooth running of the clinic, which may include variations in scheduled hours, as well as staffing at another CAO location.
- Administers treatment in accordance with all compliance regulations as dictated by federal and state governing bodies and in accordance with CAO best practices.
- May be required to work a minimum of two evening shifts per week and occasional Saturdays depending on Division operating hours.
- Obtains necessary CEUs and other state specific requirements to actively maintain Occupational Therapy license and other any other required licenses or certifications.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Quarterly webinars featuring CAO physicians and therapists.
- Medbridge subscription including video HEPs and online CEU.
- CAO hosted in person continuing education courses.
- A generous continuing education budget for personalized courses and content
