Occupational Therapist-PRN Functional Capacity Evaluations

Overview Position: Occupational Therapist - Outpatient Location: Middletown, CT Schedule: Monday through Friday Salary: Starting at $50/hr based on 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 position will be performing FCE’s out of outpatient therapy offices in the central, southern & western ½ of CT. A functional capacity evaluation (FCE) is a comprehensive assessment of an individual's physical abilities, often used to determine their capacity to return to work after an injury or illness. It evaluates various physical tasks relevant to the job, such as lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying, and assesses the individual's strength, range of motion, and endurance. Select Physical Therapy will train the right candidate in the administration of FCE evaluations. 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-matching 401(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 HIPAA 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 Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr Select Medical