OrthoVirginia, Virginia's largest provider of expert orthopedic and therapy care, is currently seeking to hire a part time Occupational Therapist to join our team in Virginia Beach, VA!
The Occupational Therapist will provide evaluation and treatment services to a variety of patients in accordance with the physician referral and Plan of Care, focusing on the hand and upper extremity. They effectively treat and rehabilitate the patient through post-operative rehabilitation, preventative, non-operative or conservative treatment or industry consultation. The therapist works closely with the physician and patient to provide a continuum of care. They direct patient participation in activities and exercise programs to restore, reinforce and enhance performance.
Primary Functions & Accountabilities
- Evaluate and manage a wide variety of upper extremity conditions and procedures
- Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms
- Diagnose movement dysfunction and develops a treatment plan
- Teach patients how to properly use therapeutic exercise techniques
- Assist patients with the use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers
- Maintain patient records and documents goals and progress
- Schedule patients effectively for best time utilization
- Interpret and organizes evaluation and assessment data
- Utilize knowledge of patient’s diagnosis, signs, and symptoms presented and results of diagnostic studies to determine the patient’s level of function
- Set priorities and establishes realistic short-term goals and long-term outcomes
- Document and maintains a plan of care for each patient which includes specific physical therapy orders in coordination with the medical plan of care
- Communicates the plan of care in formal and informal communication
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to provide instructions clearly and pay close attention to detail
- Must be able to collaborate with other patient care team members
- Ability to remain encouraging and motivating to patients who experience pain and frustration, physical therapists should be compassionate and encouraging
- Ability to remain flexible, adaptable and calm in unexpected situations
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in stressful circumstances
Required Licensure & Certifications
- Current Physical Occupational Therapist license
- Current CPR, BLS or ACLS
Position Requirements
- 3+ years in outpatient care with Medicare experience
- Orthopedic practice experience preferred
- BS in Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy from an accredited school
- MS in Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy preferred
- Physical health sufficient to meet the ergonomic standards and demands of the position
