Occupational Therapist -RUSH- Demotte, IN

Select Medical; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship & orientation

Generous PTO

Comprehensive health plan (medical RX,

Company-matching 401(k) retirement

CEU program

Internal mobility across 1900 centers

Job summary

RUSH Physical Therapy in DeMotte, IN is seeking an Occupational Therapist for outpatient orthopedic care focusing on upper-extremity rehab. Mon-Fri schedule, base salary starting at $75,000, commensurate with experience.

New grads welcome to apply and path to growth through mentorship with a broad network of 1900 centers. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, collaboration with physicians, and a commitment to patient outcomes, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for internal

Qualifications

• OT licensure in the state or eligibility to obtain license.
• Outpatient orthopedic fieldwork level 2 if currently a student.
• Outpatient upper extremity experience within the last 5 years if practicing clinician.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Stay current with OT research and employ Evidence Based Practice.
• Develop relationships with referral sources and centers.
• Collaborate with physicians to set goals and plan therapy.
• Adhere to state Practice Acts and supervision rules.
• Support program design and HIPAA-compliant procedures.
• Provide leadership and supervise therapy care for patients.
• Deliver comprehensive, individualized treatment and timely documentation.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy

Outpatient orthopedic fieldwork level 2

Outpatient upper extremity experience in the last 5 years

CPR certification

State OT license or license eligible

Valid state driver’s license

Job description

Overview

Position: Occupational Therapist- Outpatient- DeMotte, IN

Location: 401 15th St SE DeMotte IN 46310

Schedule: Monday-Friday (no weekends)

Salary: Starting at $75,000 annual base commensurate with experience

Our outpatient orthopedic team is seeking an occupational 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. This role will treat outpatient orthopedic upper extremity case load. We will consider fieldwork level 2 in traditional outpatinet hand therapy if current student.

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

Why Join Us: (benefits for full-time at 32+ hours/week)

• Start Strong : Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition

• Recharge & Refresh : Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance

• Your Health Matters : Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings

• Invest in Your Future : Company-matching401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection

• Elevate Your Skills :Unmatched CEU program

• Go Anywhere with Us : 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement

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

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy

• Outpatient orthopedic fieldwork level 2 if current student

• Outpatient upper extremity experience in the last 5 years if practicing clinician

• State Occupational Therapist license (or license eligible)

• CPR certification

• Valid state driver’s license

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Location : Location US-IN-Valparaiso

Job ID 387562

Position Type Full Time

Experience (Years) 0

Category Occupational Therapy

Company RUSH Physical Therapy