Outpatient Orthopedic OT Assistant - Competitive Pay

Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute Career Center; Chesterton (IN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute in Chesterton, IN, seeks an Occupational Therapy professional to deliver treatment plans under the direct supervision of an OT, focusing on improving mobility and daily living activities in outpatient orthopedics.

The position emphasizes accurate EMR documentation, collaboration with the health care team, and patient/family instruction on adaptive techniques. A valid state OT license is required.

Qualifications

• Current, valid state Occupational Therapist license.
• Master’s or Doctorate preferred.
• BLS certification.
• Minimum of one year of occupational therapy experience in outpatient orthopedics preferred; strong new graduates will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment plans created by the OT.
• Guides patients through the therapeutic exercises, developmental play and activities of daily living.
• Observes and records patients' responses and progress before, during, and after therapy sessions.
• Reports patient status and any adverse reactions immediately to the supervising OT. Collaborate with the health care team on patient discharge and follow-ups.
• Instructs patients and their families on adaptive techniques, such as splints, braces, etc., home safety modifications, and ongoing therapy carryover.
• Maintains accurate, timely, and compliant electronic medical records (EMRs) and clinical notes in compliance with facility and state regulations.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized treatment area, including sterilizing equipment and preparing therapy rooms.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

CPT ICD-9 coding

EMR documentation

Education

OT license

Master’s or Doctorate preferred

BLS certification

Job description

Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute in Chesterton, IN, seeks an Occupational Therapy professional to deliver treatment plans under the direct supervision of an OT, focusing on improving mobility and daily living activities in outpatient orthopedics.

The position emphasizes accurate EMR documentation, collaboration with the health care team, and patient/family instruction on adaptive techniques. A valid state OT license is required.