Acute Care Occupational Therapist at Northside Gwinnett in Lawrenceville
About The Position
Overview:Position: Northside Gwinnett Acute Care Occupational TherapistLocation: Lawrenceville, GeorgiaExperience: Experienced Physical Therapists and New Graduates Welcome to ApplyEmployment Type: Full-TimeInnovative Therapy Concepts is a Physical Therapist owned and operated Therapy management organization that was founded by Joe Sapp, PT in 2006. We began our partnership with Northside Gwinnett in 2013 to provide therapy services throughout the Northside Gwinnett system. ITC is searching for an Occupational Therapist with a passion for acute care, especially in neuro or ortho trauma. Experience in acute critical care areas of the hospital is beneficial but not necessary. You will encounter many types of diagnoses as you spend time mobilizing patients in the ICU, progressive care units with multiple lines and patients in very critical medical states. Therapists should be able to clinically problem solve complex orthopedic injuries with respect to mobilization, discharge needs and progression from a therapeutic mindset. Other important qualities we are searching for are teamwork, excellent communication, ability to multi-task and flexibility. What We Offer: Competitive salary plus weekly productivity bonus Excellent benefits package, including 401k with company match - Vested from day one $1,000 continuing education allotment Reimbursement for licensure and membership dues Wellness Program where we reimburse up to $30 a month towards gym membership as well as participation in active community events (5 K’s/Fun Runs/Mud Runs/Triathlons/etc.) Clinical Mentorship targeting the development of your clinical skillset Career Development through the ITC Elevate Program focused on both personal and professional growth. We seek to promote from within ITC! Referral Program issuing up to $8,000 for the referral of another team member Team-focused approach as there is interdisciplinary collaboration as well as active communication with many healthcare providers We Are Seeking: Occupational Therapist with a strong drive to learn and grow - enhance your clinical skills while working with an experienced team Candidate with a strong emphasis on patient care, quality, outcomes, and efficiency Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program Responsible individual with a solid work ethic Excellent communication and people skills New graduates are welcome to apply. Our clinical education and mentorship allow for a successful transition from OT school to the clinical environment
Requirements
- Occupational Therapist with a strong drive to learn and grow - enhance your clinical skills while working with an experienced team
- Candidate with a strong emphasis on patient care, quality, outcomes, and efficiency
- Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program
- Responsible individual with a solid work ethic
- Excellent communication and people skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience in acute critical care areas of the hospital is beneficial but not necessary.
Responsibilities
- Appropriately assesses and examines patients with varying diagnoses according to OT scope of practice.
- Treats patient within the OT scope of practice.
- Teaches patients how to use and care for orthotic, prosthetic devices, and other assistive apparati.
- Administers and interprets standardized assessments/tests.
- Fabricates splints.
- Recommends appropriate adaptive equipment for activities of daily living.
- Coordinates and leads groups.
- Maintains gym area and equipment.
- Provides education to patients, caregivers and associates regarding OT interventions, safety, community resources and outcomes.
- Attends and participates in patient care planning meetings as assigned.
- Supervises treatment and documentation of the occupational therapy assistant.
- Communicates and collaborates with all customers and interdisciplinary team members.
- Contributes to profits and revenues including marketing and productivity.
- Participates in budget development and cost saving efforts.
- Serves on performance improvement teams.
- Participates in community services.
- Delegates treatment tasks to COTAs and aides in accordance with OT state practice guidelines.
- Provides care and documentation in accordance with regulatory, legal, and reimbursement guidelines.
- Accepts responsibility for own growth and development through inservices, required programs and continuing education.
- Complies with all established hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
- Maintains CPR certification.
- All other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive salary plus weekly productivity bonus
- Excellent benefits package, including 401k with company match - Vested from day one
- $1,000 continuing education allotment
- Reimbursement for licensure and membership dues
- Wellness Program where we reimburse up to $30 a month towards gym membership as well as participation in active community events (5 K’s/Fun Runs/Mud Runs/Triathlons/etc.)
- Clinical Mentorship targeting the development of your clinical skillset
- Career Development through the ITC Elevate Program focused on both personal and professional growth. We seek to promote from within ITC!
- Referral Program issuing up to $8,000 for the referral of another team member
- Team-focused approach as there is interdisciplinary collaboration as well as active communication with many healthcare providers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
