Activity Therapist 2nd Shift

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics LLC (CAO) is one of the nation’s largest Orthopaedics practices, owned and operated by physicians, with over 60 locations across Maryland, Northern Virginia, and the District of Columbia. CAO is committed to be the Orthopaedic care provider of choice for our patients; partner of choice for payors and health systems; We offer a dynamic, collaborative environment where therapists and physicians work together to provide excellent patient care. With over 250 therapists, CAO provides opportunities for clinical growth as well as career advancement. CAO has excellent benefits including a focus on therapist continuing education such as:

• Quarterly webinars featuring CAO physicians and therapists.
• Medbridge subscription including video HEPs and online CEU.
• CAO hosted in person continuing education courses.
• A generous continuing education budget for personalized courses and content

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics is seeking energetic Occupational Therapists to join our Staff therapy team. The Staff Occupational Therapist administers necessary occupational therapy treatments as determined through an evaluation process for patients who suffer from injuries or dysfunction of systems including but not limited to the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, central nervous system, cardiovascular and integumentary systems, or other physical, mental, or learning disability. The purpose of this treatment is to help restore function, relieve pain, and prevent further disability such that the patient leads a normal life and can carry out daily activities. The Staff Occupational Therapist performs these responsibilities individually or through appropriate delegation to and oversight of support staff. Provides direct patient care 100% of his/her work time which includes required documentation in patients’ medical records.
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Treatment may include only the fabrication and/or distribution of a finger/hand/wrist/elbow and/or shoulder orthotic.
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Performs and documents tests and measurements appropriate for the given condition which may include strength, range of motion, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency of the patient.
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Administers occupational therapy treatments and monitors such treatment within the scope of occupational therapy practice as appropriate for the patient’s condition to decrease pain, increase range of motion and strength and promote function. These treatments may include but not be limited to therapeutic interventions such as modalities, therapeutic procedures, manual therapy, and written home exercise programs.
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Documents treatments, responses, progress, and outcomes in the chart of the patient according to federal and state regulations and CAO requirements.
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Documents and selects appropriate CPT codes which correlate to treatment administered. Selects codes and submits billing charges in a manner consistent with the amount and level of care for each patient.
Abides by all insurance guidelines required for insurance coverage and reimbursement, coordinating care in accordance with current authorizations, referrals, treatment plan and insurance benefits requirements.
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Supervises occupational therapist assistants and related therapy support staff during treatments as dictated by his/her state OT Practice Act and federal regulations.
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Supervises and assists with student observation/clinical rotation, as applicable and according to federal and state regulations.
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Works in collaboration with, and communicates effectively with, other medical providers for the purpose of benefitting the patient’s recovery and ensuring successful outcomes.
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Actively participates on the Therapy team, including but not limited to staff meetings, CAO sponsored events, webinars, in-services, and departmental meetings.
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Assists with the smooth running of the clinic, which may include variations in scheduled hours, as well as staffing at another CAO location.
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May be required to work a minimum of two evening shifts per week and occasional Saturdays depending on Division operating hours.
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Obtains necessary CEUs and other state specific requirements to actively maintain Occupational Therapy license and other any other required licenses or certifications.
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The Occupational Therapist reports to the Practice Administrator.
A degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
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State licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state where the Occupational Therapist will be practicing.
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CPR for Healthcare Providers certification.
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Experience and proficiency working with computers and electronic medical records.
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Required to be proficient in Windows based office technologies (e.g., Word, Excel).
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Thorough knowledge of CPT & ICD-10 coding procedures.
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Thorough knowledge of Medicare and third-party billing.
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Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in the English language.
Must be able to use appropriate body mechanics when making necessary transfers and helping patients with exercises.
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Some heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling exerted regularly throughout a standard work shift.
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Adequate hearing to perform duties in person and over telephone.
Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity needed to operate a keyboard, medical equipment, fax machine, scanner, photocopier, and telephone.
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Must be able to communicate clearly to patients in person and over the telephone.
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Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading materials from printed sources and computer screens.
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