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Occupational Therapist - Occupational Therapist (CHT)
Location: OSCW Madison, Wisconsin
Overview
OSCW/ HOPCo is seeking a dedicated and skilled Occupational Therapist.
Position Summary
This position provides comprehensive occupational therapy services in accordance with established clinical protocols, regulatory guidelines, and company policies. The role is responsible for timely, compliant documentation, patient scheduling, and ensuring patients are treated promptly while promoting adherence to prescribed plans of care. It includes supervising and delegating duties to occupational therapy assistants and clinical aides, coordinating with physicians and the rehabilitation team, and supporting front desk and administrative functions as needed. The position also designs and implements individualized therapeutic activity programs to help patients restore function, maximize independence, and return to work or daily life activities while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
This is a full-time position, on-site, Monday - Friday.
Key Responsibilities
- Provides comprehensive patient care in accordance with established protocols, policies, and state and federal guidelines.
- Completes timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation, including evaluations, progress notes, reports, and discharge summaries.
- Ensures patients are treated promptly and promotes adherence to plans of care, including home exercise programs and appointment attendance standards.
- Delegates and supervises patient care activities performed by occupational therapy assistants and clinical aides in accordance with the state practice act.
- Collaborates with referring physicians and members of the rehabilitation team to coordinate patient care.
- Develops and implements individualized therapeutic activity programs to restore function, promote independence, and support return to work and daily activities.
- Performs patient scheduling and front desk functions as needed.
- Maintains professional conduct, pursues continuing education, and adheres to all company policies, values, and procedures.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy
Licenses & Certifications:
- Current Occupational Therapy License in Pennsylvania and New Jersey
- BLS Certification Required
- Certified Hand Therapy License
Experience:
- Experience in an outpatient orthopedic occupational therapy clinic preferred
- New graduates encouraged to apply!!
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans
- 100% employer-paid life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer Safe Harbor contribution and additional discretionary profit sharing
- Benefits effective on your hire date (for full-time employees)
- Generous paid sick and vacation time
- 7 paid holidays annually
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Employee referral reward program