Occupational Therapy Specialist

Occupational Therapy Specialist

Join our dedicated team in Riverton, WY, as a full-time Occupational Therapy Specialist and contribute to a leading outpatient therapy service provider. In this role, you will engage directly with patients to deliver exceptional care aimed at improving their mobility and daily functions. This position offers the opportunity to work in a scenic location, ideal for lovers of the outdoors, providing a peaceful lifestyle while you help patients achieve independence.

Salary: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Evaluate patients and develop personalized occupational therapy programs.
• Assist patients in improving mobility, coordination, and daily activities.
• Provide education and resources to patients and their caregivers concerning therapy techniques and treatment plans.
• Meticulously document patient progress and adapt treatment plans accordingly.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Uphold detailed case management records and ensure accuracy in productivity reports.
• Actively participate in local community outreach and departmental marketing initiatives to promote services.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Master's degree or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy.
• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist in Wyoming.
• Proven experience or strong understanding of treatments focusing on upper extremity, pediatric, and neurological cases.
• Outstanding communication skills with an emphasis on educating patients and their families.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Availability to work full-time at our Riverton, WY location.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in an outpatient setting.
• Demonstrable success in patient recovery and satisfaction.
• Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet all documentation deadlines.
• Strong clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Desire to participate in continuing education and professional development.
• Commitment to ethical standards and ongoing compliance with healthcare regulations.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Student loan reimbursement and continued education budget.
• Performance-based bonuses and potential for career advancement.