Occupational Therapist PRN

Concentra•Murfreesboro, TN

15h

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist performs clinical duties, including evaluating patients, formulating treatment plans, and ensuring those plans are carried out in accordance with Concentra Health Services medical protocols. The role also coordinates with the Center Therapy Director on business and financial duties directly related to therapy services at the center. The therapist works with physicians and multidisciplinary staff to provide coordinated, high-quality care and support patients’ recovery and physical potential.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university.
Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
Successful completion of the National Registry Examination.
Valid BLS.
At least 2 years of job-related experience.
At least 2 years of demonstrated clinical experience with hand, wrist, and elbow rehabilitation.
Demonstrated Concentra Core Competencies: Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative, and Flexibility.
Ability to make decisions or solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
Outstanding customer service skills and the ability to deal with people tactfully and professionally.
Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with federal and state laws and company policies.

Nice To Haves

Orthopedic outpatient experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure delivery of high-quality patient care services.
Provide direct patient care, including evaluating muscle, skeletal, neurological, and other physical problems.
Support and encourage multidisciplinary coordination of treatment.
Ensure proper documentation of patient care and follow appropriate documentation and reporting procedures.
Comply with quality assurance policies and procedures, applicable regulations, and corporate policies.
Communicate effectively with department staff, medical staff, and patients to coordinate services and provide optimal care.
Use effective problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
Inform the Therapy Director of department problems, needs, and solutions in a timely manner.
Plan, design, implement, and interpret specific therapy treatment programs to facilitate patient recovery and attainment of maximum physical potential.
Educate patients in the proper care and use of supports and in performing exercise programs.
Perform or delegate patient treatments, including modalities, therapeutic exercises, gait training, and hydrotherapy.
Secure a prescription for each patient treated.
Work closely with the physician to ensure comprehensive service delivery and quality patient care.
Assist marketing staff with tours as necessary.
Take necessary precautions to protect center assets and property against loss or waste through negligence or dishonesty.
Participate in professional development by attending center meetings and outside educational seminars.