POSITION PURPOSE AND SUMMARY:

Assists department in maintaining high quality of clinical practice with a particular focus on a specialized area. Teaching duties include training and development of staff competencies related to the specific specialized area. Consultation will be provided to other staff regarding the evaluative process and problem identification as well as recommendations for treatment approaches. Additionally, has clinical responsibilities for direct patient care. Works with medical staff to keep them informed of physical therapy practice to enhance effective communication and cooperation. Assists in evaluation of Occupational Therapist clinical skills in specialized area. Assists Supervisor in evaluative procedures that are used in patient evaluations and care plans. Coordinates area continuing education and in-service.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum education/training: Graduate of accredited University program in Occupational Therapy.
• Minimum work experience: 2 to 3 years in direct patient care experience with post graduate preparation, or specialty certification, or completion of significant continuing education leading to clinical competence in one or more areas: lymphedema, hand therapy, orthopedics; sports medicine; wound management; neurology, or pediatrics.
• License/Registration/Certification: Indiana Licensure, CPR certification current, BLS Course C (Basic Life Support)