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Occupational Therapy & Certified Hand Specialist OT/OTA
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What they do
An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
$85,616 / year median in Indiana
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Occupational Therapy & Certified Hand Specialist -
ChestertonCrown PointMichigan CityPortageScherervilleKey ResponsibilitiesEvaluate patients, review medical history and functional limitations, and develop individualized, evidence-based occupational therapy plans with measurable goals.
Provide orthopedic OT focused on reducing pain and restoring upper-extremity function, independence, and the ability to perform daily activities.
Provide functional task training and simulate activities such as cooking, writing, typing, driving, and other daily or work-related tasks.
Utilize therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, modalities, adaptive equipment, and environmental modifications to improve functional outcomes.
Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and maintain accurate documentation in the EMR.Educate patients and families on adaptive techniques, home exercises, injury prevention, home safety, and strategies to improve carryover outside of therapy.
Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, PTs, PTAs, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.
Maintain basic knowledge of CPT/ICD coding and documentation requirements for billing and clinical services.
Participate in continuing education, clinical training, and initiatives supporting clinical excellence, patient service, and teamwork.
QualificationsCurrent, valid Occupational Therapist license in the applicable state.
BLS certification required at the time of hire.
Master's degree in Occupational Therapy required.
Doctorate preferred.
Minimum of one year of outpatient orthopedic OT experience preferred.
Candidates with other outpatient OT backgrounds will be considered.
Strong new graduates are welcome, particularly candidates with a strong desire to learn, grow, and excel in patient service.
Orthopedic experience preferred.
Certified Hand Specialists and candidates with relevant specialty certifications are especially encouraged to apply.
Preferred Skills & ExperienceStrong knowledge of occupational therapy principles and practices.
Orthopedic rehabilitation experience, particularly upper-extremity therapy.
Experience with functional task training.
Experience recommending and training patients in adaptive equipment.
Strong evaluation and treatment-planning skills.
Strong clinical decision-making abilities.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Basic understanding of CPT and ICD coding.
EMR documentation experience; ModMed experience is beneficial.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Commitment to patient-centered care.
Desire to continuously develop clinical skills and pursue specialty certifications.
CompensationBase salary starts at $92,000 annually, with a defined salary range based on experience.
Professional Development & Continuing Education$5,000 annually, prorated by FTE, for each active approved Tier 1 board certification.$1,000 annually, prorated by FTE, for each active approved Tier 2 certification.
Annual bonus of up to $10,000 based on:
Clinical ExcellenceService ExcellenceTeamwork ExcellenceThe certification compensation structure applies to both full-time and part-time employees and is prorated based on FTE.BenefitsMedical insurance with PPO and
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Employer-paid Basic Life & AD&D insurance.
Employer-paid Long-Term Disability insurance.
Voluntary Short-Term Disability insurance.
Optional Supplemental Life & AD&D insurance.401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee discount/perks program.
Paid holidaysOther Rehabilitation OpportunitiesThe organization is also expanding its rehabilitation team and has opportunities for:
Physical TherapistsOccupational TherapistsCertified Hand SpecialistsPhysical Therapist AssistantsOccupational Therapist AssistantsThere may be up to three openings per position at each location, depending on staffing and expansion needs.
OT/OTALocation:
Northwest Indiana -Multiple LocationsJob Type:
Full-Time & Part-TimeCompensation:
Starting at $92,000/year, with salary based on relevant experienceLocationsOpportunities are available across multiple locations in Northwest Indiana, including:ChestertonCrown PointMichigan CityPortageScherervilleKey ResponsibilitiesEvaluate patients, review medical history and functional limitations, and develop individualized, evidence-based occupational therapy plans with measurable goals.
Provide orthopedic OT focused on reducing pain and restoring upper-extremity function, independence, and the ability to perform daily activities.
Provide functional task training and simulate activities such as cooking, writing, typing, driving, and other daily or work-related tasks.
Utilize therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, modalities, adaptive equipment, and environmental modifications to improve functional outcomes.
Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and maintain accurate documentation in the EMR.Educate patients and families on adaptive techniques, home exercises, injury prevention, home safety, and strategies to improve carryover outside of therapy.
Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, PTs, PTAs, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.
Maintain basic knowledge of CPT/ICD coding and documentation requirements for billing and clinical services.
Participate in continuing education, clinical training, and initiatives supporting clinical excellence, patient service, and teamwork.
QualificationsCurrent, valid Occupational Therapist license in the applicable state.
BLS certification required at the time of hire.
Master's degree in Occupational Therapy required.
Doctorate preferred.
Minimum of one year of outpatient orthopedic OT experience preferred.
Candidates with other outpatient OT backgrounds will be considered.
Strong new graduates are welcome, particularly candidates with a strong desire to learn, grow, and excel in patient service.
Orthopedic experience preferred.
Certified Hand Specialists and candidates with relevant specialty certifications are especially encouraged to apply.
Preferred Skills & ExperienceStrong knowledge of occupational therapy principles and practices.
Orthopedic rehabilitation experience, particularly upper-extremity therapy.
Experience with functional task training.
Experience recommending and training patients in adaptive equipment.
Strong evaluation and treatment-planning skills.
Strong clinical decision-making abilities.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Basic understanding of CPT and ICD coding.
EMR documentation experience; ModMed experience is beneficial.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Commitment to patient-centered care.
Desire to continuously develop clinical skills and pursue specialty certifications.
CompensationBase salary starts at $92,000 annually, with a defined salary range based on experience.
Professional Development & Continuing Education$5,000 annually, prorated by FTE, for each active approved Tier 1 board certification.$1,000 annually, prorated by FTE, for each active approved Tier 2 certification.
Annual bonus of up to $10,000 based on:
Clinical ExcellenceService ExcellenceTeamwork ExcellenceThe certification compensation structure applies to both full-time and part-time employees and is prorated based on FTE.BenefitsMedical insurance with PPO and
HDHP/HSA
options.Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Employer-paid Basic Life & AD&D insurance.
Employer-paid Long-Term Disability insurance.
Voluntary Short-Term Disability insurance.
Optional Supplemental Life & AD&D insurance.401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee discount/perks program.
Paid holidaysOther Rehabilitation OpportunitiesThe organization is also expanding its rehabilitation team and has opportunities for:
Physical TherapistsOccupational TherapistsCertified Hand SpecialistsPhysical Therapist AssistantsOccupational Therapist AssistantsThere may be up to three openings per position at each location, depending on staffing and expansion needs.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings