Occupational Therapist

Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute is looking for a skilled Occupational Therapist to enhance patient recovery and overall well-being. In this role, you will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and administer therapeutic exercises. Your contributions are vital for improving our patients' quality of life.

Requirements include a degree in Occupational Therapy, state licensure, and strong knowledge of medical terminology. Join our dedicated team and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional care.

Qualifications

• Certified Hand Therapist Certification encouraged, not required.
• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' physical abilities and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Administer therapeutic exercises and evidence-based modalities to promote recovery.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Educate patients and their families on rehabilitation processes and home care strategies.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care for a variety of orthopaedic conditions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient evaluations, treatments, and progress notes.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology related to Occupational Therapy practices

Experience in outpatient orthopaedic hand specialty

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program

Job description

Company Overview

Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute, PA (PBOI) is a leading multi-specialty orthopaedic practice established in 1995. With a dedicated team of 19 fellowship-trained orthopaedic physicians and over 125 support staff across four locations in Palm Beach County, we are committed to providing high-quality healthcare services, including physical therapy, digital imaging, and more.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic team at Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute. In this role, you will provide exceptional rehabilitation services to patients of all ages, contributing to their recovery and overall well‑being. This position is pivotal in enhancing our patients' quality of life through tailored therapeutic interventions.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' physical abilities and develop individualized treatment plans
• Administer therapeutic exercises and evidence-based modalities to promote recovery
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
• Educate patients and their families on rehabilitation processes and home care strategies
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care for a variety of orthopaedic conditions
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient evaluations, treatments, and progress notes

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Requirements

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Certified Hand Therapist Certification encouraged, not required
• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology related to Occupational Therapy practices
• Experience in outpatient orthopaedic hand specialty encouraged

Work Location

In person