Occupational Therapist

Select Physical Therapy • Saint Petersburg, FL

19d

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist will join an outpatient orthopedic team in St. Petersburg, Florida, providing quality patient care and helping patients return to athletics, work, daily life, and the activities they love. This is a PRN position. The therapist provides individualized treatment, collaborates with referring physicians, follows applicable practice laws and regulations, and maintains timely patient-care documentation.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy school.
• State occupational therapist license or eligibility for licensure.
• CPR certification.
• Valid state driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Stay current with occupational therapy research and use evidence-based practice, incorporating research, clinician expertise, and patient perception.
• Develop and expand relationships with referral sources and maintain positive interactions with centers and patients.
• Collaborate with the referring physician to develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency, and duration of occupational therapy.
• Understand the applicable state Practice Act and follow laws governing occupational therapy practice and supervision.
• Participate in designing and implementing new programs or procedures with manager and referring-physician approval, following HIPAA guidelines.
• Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient in accordance with state rules and federal regulations.
• Provide comprehensive, individualized treatment programs and complete patient-care responsibilities and documentation accurately and promptly.

Benefits

• Free in-person and online continuing education units.
• Access to a nationwide professional support network for career growth.
• Company-matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours worked in a calendar year.
• Opportunity to work with varied team sizes, patient populations, and specialties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed