Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

Physio; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 68,880 - 75,768; Part time

Job summary

Physio is looking for a Per Diem Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist to join our Atlanta team focused on quality care. Responsibilities include building patient relationships, supervising therapy care, and ensuring evidence-based practices are followed. Competitive pay between $50 and $55 per hour is offered, based on experience, with a schedule open Monday through Friday.

New graduates are welcome to apply! Join us in creating exceptional patient experiences and helping individuals return to activities they love.

Qualifications

• Graduates and new professionals are encouraged to apply.
• Understanding of the state Practice Act and regulations.
• Ensure timely documentation of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care in an outpatient orthopedic environment.
• Collaborate with referral physicians for patient treatment plans.
• Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care responsibly.

Skills

Evidence Based Practice

Relationship Building

Patient Goal Development

Leadership

Individualized Treatment Plans

Education

Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy

State Occupational Therapist license (or license eligible)

CPR certification

Job description

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!

Key responsibilities and qualifications include:

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