Occupational Therapist

Select Medical; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 4,200 - 5,800; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education

Career Growth

401(k)

Diversity

Job summary

Select Medical in St. Petersburg, FL is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist for outpatient services to help patients return to athletics, work, life, and the activities they love.

You will practice evidence-based OT, build relationships with referral sources, and collaborate with physicians, while adhering to state laws and HIPAA guidelines. PRN schedule includes CE opportunities and career growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy.
• State OT license or license eligible.
• CPR certification.
• Valid state driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Stay current with OT research and employ evidence-based practice.
• Develop relationships with referral sources and maintain provider/patient interactions.
• Collaborate with referring physicians to set patient goals and determine OT frequency and duration.
• Understand and comply with state OT Practice Act and supervision requirements.
• Participate in design and implementation of new programs or procedures with manager and physicians per HIPAA guidelines.
• Supervise and delegate OT care per state and federal regulations.
• Provide individualized treatment plans and timely documentation.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy

Job description

Overview

Position: Occupational Therapist - Outpatient

Location: St Petersburg, FL

Schedule: PRN

Salary: $50/hr

Our outpatient orthopedic team is seeking a PRN occupational therapist to join us in providing quality patient care.

We 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.

PRN/Part Time Perks:

• Continuing Education: Free in-person and online CEUs to keep learning
• Career Growth: Access to a nationwide, professional support network
• 401(k): Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year
• Diversity: Work with a variety of team sizes, patient populations, and specialties

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy
• State Occupational Therapist license (or license eligible)
• CPR certification
• Valid state driver's license

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans