Occupational Therapist

Spire Orthopedic Partners•Gloucester, MA

6d•$80,800 - $121,200

About The Position

Spire Orthopedic Partners is seeking an Occupational Therapist for its Gloucester, Massachusetts location, with work also described in Gloucester / Peabody. The role provides occupational therapy care, including patient evaluations, goal-setting, treatment planning, progress evaluation, discharge planning, and home exercise instruction. The therapist fabricates custom splints and upper-extremity orthotics and maintains related inventory. The position reports to the Occupational Therapy Lead and has a varied schedule with a 4- or 5-day work week.

Requirements

Graduated from and completed professional Occupational Therapy training at an accredited program leading to at least a bachelor's degree.
Maintain current licensure through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Allied Health Division of Professional Licensure.
CPR certification.
Strong hand therapy and orthopedic experience, including comfort with splinting.
Familiarity with HIPAA, insurance regulations, policies, procedures, and other regulatory policies.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for establishing a safe working environment.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to develop and maintain effective, professional working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers, and the public, using sympathy, tact, and understanding.
Ability to work as a team player with a positive attitude, adjust to varied personalities, and work patiently and professionally with a diverse population.
Ability to represent the clinic professionally and maintain strict confidentiality on patient issues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential preferred.

Responsibilities

Select and construct therapies based on each individual's physical capacity, intelligence level, and interests to promote maximum independence.
Provide comprehensive patient evaluations and establish realistic short- and long-term goals and treatment plans.
Prepare patients to return to daily activities at home and work by identifying potential difficulties and implementing treatment plans.
Evaluate patient progress and recommend or implement treatment adjustments and modifications.
Maintain a caseload that meets company metrics of 60–65 patients per week for a 40-hour work week.
Participate in monthly staff meetings.
Supervise COTAs and OT/COTA students as needed.
Complete discharges and paperwork in a timely manner.
Consult with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare workers and contribute to patient care conferences as needed.
Design and teach home exercise programs to patients, families, and caregivers to support continued therapy after discharge.
Protect patient confidentiality.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following procedures and infection-control guidelines.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through workshops, publications, and professional societies.
Comply with federal, state, and local legal and certification requirements.
Fabricate custom splints and upper-extremity orthotics.
Maintain inventory for splinting and patient needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.