Occupational Therapist PRN

Concentra•Fayetteville, NC

About The Position

At Concentra, the Occupational Therapist is a member of the patient care team, providing clinical care to help improve the health of America's workforce. The role includes evaluating patients, formulating treatment plans, and ensuring those plans are carried out in accordance with Concentra Health Services medical protocols. The Occupational Therapist also coordinates with the Center Therapy Director on business and financial duties directly related to therapy services at the center. This position works three days a week, for 12–16 hours a week. The position requires access to confidential and critical information, with ongoing discretion and secure information management. Concentra provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application or interview process, while performing essential job functions, and in receiving employment benefits and privileges. Concentra is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in employment decisions on the basis of protected characteristics.

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 certification.
At least two years of job-related experience.
At least two years of demonstrated clinical experience with hand, wrist, and elbow rehabilitation.
Demonstrated Concentra Core Competencies in Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative, and Flexibility.
Ability to make decisions or solve problems using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
Outstanding customer service skills and the ability to interact 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.
Maintain professional standards by complying with quality assurance policies and procedures, applicable regulations, and corporate policies.
Communicate effectively with staff in the employee's department and other departments, medical staff, and patients to coordinate efforts and provide high-quality service and optimal patient care.
Demonstrate 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 physical 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 treatment, including modalities, therapeutic exercises, gait training, and hydrotherapy.
Secure a prescription for each patient treated.
Work closely with the physician to ensure comprehensive delivery of services 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.