Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

Select Medical; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Medical’s Hand Therapy team in Atlanta is seeking a per diem Occupational Therapist/Hand Therapist to provide high-quality care at 855 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 1B, Viewpoint Atlanta. This PRN role offers flexible scheduling with hours Mon–Fri.

You will work with an outpatient orthopedic team, applying evidence-based practice to help patients regain function and return to athletics, work, life, and activities they love.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OT program.
• State OT license or license eligible.
• CPR certification.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Stay current with OT research and apply evidence-based practice.
• Develop relationships with referral sources and maintain interaction with centers and patients.
• Collaborate with referring physician to establish patient goals and therapy plan.
• Adhere to state practice acts and supervise requirements.
• Participate in design and implementation of new programs per HIPAA guidelines.
• Supervise therapy care within state and federal guidelines.
• Provide individualized treatment plans and timely documentation.

Skills

Occupational therapy

Patient care

Communication

Education

Graduation from OT program

Job description

Overview

Position: Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist

Location: 855 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 1B, Viewpoint Atlanta, GA 30308

Schedule: PRN, we are open Mon - Fri

Salary: $50-$55/hour pending experience

Our Physio outpatient orthopedic team is seeking a Per Diem occupational therapist/hand 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.

We value mentorship and a collaborative approach to care. New graduates are welcome to apply!

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