Occupational Therapist - Orthopedic Hand Rehab Specialist

Synergy Orthopedic Specialists, Inc.; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Orthopedic Specialists, Inc. seeks an Occupational Therapist to perform evaluations and treatments for orthopedic rehabilitation, with emphasis on hand and elbow cases.

The role requires current OT licensure and hands-on experience in a clinical setting. You will use EMR systems, conduct functional measurements, participate in functional capacity exams, supervise assistants, manage scheduling and patient flow, and collaborate with physicians and nurse practitioners to maintain

Qualifications

• Education: BS in Occupational Therapy; Master's degree preferred.
• Experience: Orthopedic rehabilitation; 2+ years hand/elbow experience.
• Licenses: Active OT license in good standing.
• Certifications: Hand Therapist or related modality certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform Occupational Therapy evaluations and treatments.
• Proficient with use of current EMR.
• Perform objective measurements (psychometric, isometric, functional).
• Perform and/or participate in functional capacity exams and work conditioning.
• Supervise and coordinate conditioning programs with OT assistants/aides.
• Schedule patients and manage patient flow.
• Interact with physicians and nurse practitioners to oversee care.
• Provide motivation, education and support to patients.
• Involve in treatment time and billing and supervision of staff.
• Assist in clinical training and site administration meetings.

Job description

Synergy Orthopedic Specialists, Inc. seeks an Occupational Therapist to perform evaluations and treatments for orthopedic rehabilitation, with emphasis on hand and elbow cases.

The role requires current OT licensure and hands-on experience in a clinical setting. You will use EMR systems, conduct functional measurements, participate in functional capacity exams, supervise assistants, manage scheduling and patient flow, and collaborate with physicians and nurse practitioners to maintain