Occupational Therapist

Peachtree Orthopaedic Clinic•Alpharetta, GA

19d

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist administers medically necessary occupational therapy services prescribed by physicians to patients with neuromuscular and/or musculoskeletal disorders. The role involves assessing patients, developing and delivering treatment plans, monitoring progress, maintaining records and equipment, and providing guidance for continued treatment at home. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from an American Occupational Therapy Association-accredited program.
Current licensure in the state of Georgia from the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Must have and maintain NBCOT certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association.
Knowledge of orthopedic terminology, basic billing functions, basic clinical functions, administrative practices, and operational systems and procedures in a medical setting.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as an Occupational Therapist is preferred.

Responsibilities

Schedule, examine, and evaluate patients and identify their physical capabilities and disabilities.
Develop therapeutic goals, objectives, and treatment plans.
Use therapeutic techniques and exercises, monitor patient therapy progress, and document progress.
Participate in medical therapy conferences.
Evaluate, order, and maintain medically necessary equipment related to occupational therapy.
Maintain medical charts.
Fabricate and maintain special adaptive therapy equipment and devices.
Assist physicians in evaluating patients by administering ability tests.
Consult with and instruct parents, relatives, or other interested individuals on methods for continuing treatment at home.
Perform other duties as assigned.