Job Description

Established in 2001, Southeast Orthopedic Specialists is a regional leader in orthopedic medicine. We are dedicated to growing with our patients. Our reach will continue to expand to meet the needs of all patients, present and future. It is our wish to make industry-leading five-star orthopedic care accessible to as many people as possible.

POSITION TYPE: PRN (POSSIBILITY OF FULL TIME IN THE FUTURE)

LOCATION: RIVERSIDE, PONTE VEDRA, JACKSONVILLE, AND FLEMING ISLAND

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assesses patients and develops treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and other clinicians.
• Assists patients to develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills. Helps patients to improve their basic motor
  functions and reasoning ability and to compensate for any permanent loss of function to reach the goal of having
  independent, productive, and satisfying lives.
• Helps patients in performing a variety of activities from operating a computer to dealing with daily needs such as dressing
  cooking, and eating.
• Assists with patients with exercises that increase strength and dexterity, visual acuity, and the ability to discern patterns.
• Uses variety of equipment during treatment including computer programs to help patients improve decision making, abstract reasoning, problem solving, perceptual skills, memory, sequencing, and coordination to aid in independent living.
• Teaches patients, particularly those with permanent disabilities such as spinal cord injuries, cerebral palsy, or muscular
  dystrophy, in the use of adaptive equipment including wheelchairs, orthotics, and aids for eating and dressing.
• Follows medical practice policies related to compliance, safety, and infection control. Documents patient treatment and
  outcomes in medical record.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from accredited school plus master’s degree in field.
• Current state occupational therapist license, successful completion of national certification examination.
• Current CPR certificate.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum two years of experience in clinic setting preferred
• Graduates with strong orthopedic history considered!

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of occupational therapy principles, standards and applications.
• Knowledge of physical, biological, and behavioral sciences as well as application of occupational therapy equipment,
  devices, and patient-specific therapeutic devices. Understanding of how to modify equipment as needed.
• Knowledge of clinic policies and regulations related to infection control, safety. And quality improvement.

REQUIREMENTS

• Occupational Therapist with hand therapy experience is required.
• Must be a licensed Physical Therapist.

SKILLS

• Skill in evaluating and treating patients.
• Skill in proper use of occupational therapy equipment and devices.
• Skill in assessing and recording patient activities and progress.

ABILITIES

• Ability to collaborate with patients, families, and employers to modify workplace or home environment in line with
  patient’s condition, including identification of environmental factors and hazards.
• Ability to communicate with patients and families in caring and compassionate manner to encourage behavioral changes.
• Ability to analyze patient data and behavior and modify treatment plan as appropriate.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Medical office and exam room settings. May also require visits to patient homes and workplaces. Exposure to
  communicable diseases, biohazards, and conditions related to clinic setting.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

• Involves standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, and twisting. Must be able to transport/ transfer patient safely.
  Occasional need to lift/ carry and move equipment and supplies weighing up to 50+ pounds. Some stress related to dealing with concerns of patients and families.

ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• HOPCo Mission, Vision and Values must be read and signed.
• OSHA Requirements and training to include: *Safety Training