Occupational Therapist

EXCELSIOR ORTHOPAEDICS GROUP in; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Job summary

Excelsior Orthopaedics and Buffalo Surgery Center in Amherst, NY seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to join our therapy department. You will work closely with orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine physicians to plan and administer therapy for injuries and conditions to restore function, reduce pain and prevent disability.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, administering exercises, and coordinating with physicians and athletic trainers.

Qualifications

• NYS Registered Occupational Therapist.
• CHT highly preferred.
• 2+ years experience in high volume outpatient orthopedic setting (upper extremity).
• EMR experience required, MEDENT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews physician referral and patient records to determine treatment plan.
• Tests and measures strength, motor development, and functional capacity to guide treatment.
• Administers manual and therapeutic exercises to restore function and reduce pain.
• Collaborates with physicians and athletic trainers to optimize care.
• Documents progress and educates patients and families for home programs.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Certification in Occupational Therapy

NYS licensure required

Tools

MEDENT EMR

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: EXC Amherst NY - Amherst, NY 14226, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Certification, Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $112,000.00 Salary, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Join Our Thriving Therapy Department - with Quarterly Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities!

Job Summary

Work closely with orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine physicians to plan and administer medically prescribed occupational therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint, and/or bone diseases to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability. Treat a variety of patients including pre- and post-op, athletes, occupational, and more.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews physicians referral (prescription) and patients condition and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment plan
• Tests measures patients strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and records findings to develop or revise treatment program. Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data.
• Administers manual exercises to improve and maintain function. Instructs, motivates and assists patients to perform various physical activities, such as nonmanual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, daily-living activities, and in use of assistant and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• May administer manual therapy to relieve pain or as otherwise needed in treatment plan.
• Builds strong relationships and keeps communication open with physicians, and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program, and integrate occupational therapy with other aspects of patients health care.
• Evaluates effectiveness of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit. Records treatment, response, and progress in patients electronic chart. Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
• Collaborates with other team members, including athletic trainers to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Responsible for meeting volume and outcome goals set by director and team lead.
• Partners with athletic trainers and foster open communication throughout entire department and organization.
• Live our values daily.
• Other duties required as assigned.

Qualifications: Requirements and Qualifications

• NYS Registered Occupational Therapist.
• CHT highly preferred.
• 2+ years experience in high volume outpatient orthopedic setting (upper extremity).
• Experience with custom-made splints preferred.
• EMR experience required, MEDENT preferred.

Physical Demands

• Clinic/gym environment; considerable physical activity.
• Heavy lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.
• Required to stand majority of shift.
• Close proximity to patients and coworkers.

Therapy Incentive Program

Our Physical and Occupational Therapists are eligible to receive additional compensation each quarter based on performance metrics. This incentive program is designed to reward high-quality care, patient satisfaction, and productivity.

The pay range for this position is determined based on several factors, including the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, training, licenses, designations, and the overall market conditions.

This job description does not state or imply that the duties and responsibilities listed are the only ones required of this position. Team members in this role will be required to perform other job-related duties at the discretion of the employer and may have additional duties assigned as necessary.

Excelsior Orthopaedics and Buffalo Surgery Center are committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.