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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (OT/PT)

FULL-TIME | COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION | BENEFITS PACKAGE | JACKSONVILLE & ST. AUGUSTINE, FL

Established in 2001, Southeast Orthopedic Specialists is a regional leader in orthopedic medicine. We are dedicated to growing with our patients. Our reach will continue to expand to meet the needs of all patients, present and future. It is our wish to make industry-leading five-star orthopedic care accessible to as many people as possible.

At Southeast Orthopedic Specialists, we are dedicated to taking care of you so you can take care of business! Our robust benefits package includes the following:

• Competitive Health & Welfare Benefits
• HSA with qualifying HDHP plans with company match
• 401k plan (Retirement)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Appreciation Events

As Southeast Orthopedic Specialists continues to grow, we are hiring Occupational Therapist's for our clinics located in Jacksonville and St. Augustine, FL! Please see below for the functions and requirements needed in order to be considered for this position:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

An exempt position responsible for helping patients improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. Patients may have conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally or emotionally disabling.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assesses patients and develops treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and other clinicians.
• Assists patients to develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills. Helps patients to improve their basic motor functions and reasoning ability and to compensate for any permanent loss of function to reach the goal of having independent, productive, and satisfying lives.
• Helps patients in performing a variety of activities from operating a computer to dealing with daily needs such as dressing cooking, and eating.
• Assists with patients with exercises that increase strength and dexterity, visual acuity, and the ability to discern patterns.
• Uses variety of equipment during treatment including computer programs to help patients improve decision making, abstract reasoning, problem solving, perceptual skills, memory, sequencing, and coordination to aid in independent living.
• Teaches patients, particularly those with permanent disabilities such as spinal cord injuries, cerebral palsy, or muscular dystrophy, in the use of adaptive equipment including wheelchairs, orthotics, and aids for eating and dressing.
• Follows medical practice policies related to compliance, safety, and infection control. Documents patient treatment and outcomes in medical record.

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EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from accredited school plus master’s degree in field. Current state occupational therapist license, successful completion of national certification examination. Current CPR certificate.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum two years of experience, preferably in clinic setting.

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KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of occupational therapy principles, standards and applications.
• Knowledge of physical, biological, and behavioral sciences as well as application of occupational therapy equipment, devices, and patient-specific therapeutic devices. Understanding of how to modify equipment as needed.
• Knowledge of clinic policies and regulations related to infection control, safety. And quality improvement.

SKILLS

• Skill in evaluating and treating patients.
• Skill in proper use of occupational therapy equipment and devices.
• Skill in assessing and recording patient activities and progress.

ABILITIES

• Ability to collaborate with patients, families, and employers to modify workplace or home environment in line with patient’s condition, including identification of environmental factors and hazards.
• Ability to communicate with patients and families in caring and compassionate manner to encourage behavioral changes.
• Ability to analyze patient data and behavior and modify treatment plan as appropriate.

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ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Medical office and exam room settings. May also require visits to patient homes and workplaces. Exposure to communicable diseases, biohazards, and conditions related to clinic setting.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

• Involves standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, and twisting. Must be able to transport/ transfer patient safely. Occasional need to lift/ carry and move equipment and supplies weighing up to 50+ pounds. Some stress related to dealing with concerns of patients and families.

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ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• HOPCo Mission, Vision and Values must be read and signed.
• OSHA Requirements and training to include: *Safety Training

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** This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills,
abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve. **

QUESTIONS

CONTACT HR@SE-ORTHO.COM

Behaviours

Motivation

Education

Preferred

Experience

Licences & certifications

Required