Job description

South Bend Orthopaedics has an opening for a PRN Occupational Therapist to work at our new Elkhart location!

ESSENTIAL FUCNTIONS:

• Assesses, consults with physician, develops plan of care/goals with patient and family. Provides treatment based on physician orders.
• Observes patient status and recommends changes in plan as appropriate.
• Documents patient information for medical record.
• Uses devices/apparatus applicable to OT treatments. Fabricates splints, braces, hand/wrist covers, etc., to support hand and upper extremity therapy.
• Educates in verbal and written form patient/family about home exercise programs.
• Serves as staff resource on occupational therapy issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

The job holder must demonstrate current competencies applicable to

job position.

EDUCATION: BS in occupational therapy.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two years experience, preferably in clinic

setting.

REQIREMENTS: Current state OT license; CPR certification; TB test

annually.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of occupational therapy principles, standards and applications.
• Knowledge of how to use OT equipment, devices and manufacture patient-specific therapeutic devices.
• Knowledge of clinic policies and regulations related to infection control, safety, QI.

SKILLS:

• Skill in appropriately evaluating and treatment of patients.
• Skill in proper use of equipment and devices.
• Skill in understanding of policies and regulations through providing comfortable, orderly, clean and safe clinic environment.

ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, physicians and other staff and establish/maintain effective relationships.
• Ability to assist in upkeep and organization of exam/exercise rooms, supplies, equipment.
• Ability to set priorities and organize patient workload effectively.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Indiana OT License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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