Occupational Therapist PRN

Concentra•Memphis, TN

13h

About The Position

At Concentra, the Occupational Therapist is a member of the patient care team, providing clinical care to improve the health of America's workforce. The role includes evaluating patients, formulating treatment plans, and ensuring that treatment is carried out in accordance with medical protocols established by Concentra Health Services. The Occupational Therapist also coordinates with the Center Therapy Director on business and financial duties related to therapy services at the center. The position requires access to confidential and critical information and ongoing discretion and secure information management. Concentra provides reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities during the application and 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.

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 two years of demonstrated clinical experience with hand, wrist, and elbow rehabilitation.
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 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.
Concentra Core Competencies: Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative, and Flexibility.

Nice To Haves

Orthopedic outpatient experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure delivery of high-quality patient care services.
Perform direct patient care, including evaluation of muscle, skeletal, neurological, and other physical problems.
Support and encourage multidisciplinary coordination of treatment.
Ensure proper documentation of patient care.
Maintain professional standards by complying with quality assurance policies and procedures, applicable regulations, and corporate policies.
Communicate effectively with staff in the employee’s 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 patients’ recovery and attainment of maximum physical potential.
Educate patients in the proper care and use of supports and the performance of exercise programs.
Perform or delegate patient treatment, including modalities, therapeutic exercises, gait training, and hydrotherapy.
Follow appropriate documentation and reporting procedures.
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.