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Job description
Overview
nPosition: Occupational Therapist - Outpatient
nLocation: Newtown, CT
nSchedule: Monday through Friday
nSalary: Hourly rate of $60/hr
nnOur outpatient orthopedic team is seeking an occupational therapist to join us in providing quality patient care.
nWe are passionate about creating an exceptional patient experience and helping all of our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love.
nnThis position will be performing FCE’s out of outpatient therapy offices in the central, southern & western ½ of CT.
nA functional capacity evaluation (FCE) is a comprehensive assessment of an individual's physical abilities, often used to determine their capacity to return to work after an injury or illness. It evaluates various physical tasks relevant to the job, such as lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying, and assesses the individual's strength, range of motion, and endurance. Select Physical Therapy will train the right candidate in the administration of FCE evaluations.
nnWe value mentorship and a collaborative approach to care. New graduates are welcome to apply!
n nWhy Join Us: (benefits for full-time at 32+ hours/week)
n Start Strong : Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
Elevate Your Skills : Unmatched CEU program
Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
n nResponsibilities
n Best Practices: Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
Build Relationships: Enhance, develop and expand relationships with referral sources and maintain a positive level of interaction with centers and patients.
Collaborative Approach: Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
High Standard of Care: Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise.
Innovative Opportunities: Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.
Leadership: Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and demonstrate completion of patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements in an appropriate and timely manner.
n nQualifications
n Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy
State Occupational Therapist license (or license eligible)
CPR certification
Valid state driver’s license
n nAdditional Data
nEqual Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Worksite address
newtown, CT, 06470, US
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