Occupational Therapist (Pelvic)

Job Description

Description:

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is a comprehensive multidisciplinary company who offers Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy, Massage and Acupuncture services. We take great pride in inspiring our team to create an everlasting bond with our patients, our doctors, and our community. But it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. We are driven by our mission to continually invest in our people and offer the best workplace environment possible.

Metro PT is looking for an experienced full time hybrid Occupational Therapist to treat BOTH pelvic and generalized OT patients. *We are also open to training an OT who has a strong interest in pelvic, but does not have their certification yet. The only requirement will be taking the level 1 course prior to starting, and a passion for pelvic floor therapy.

Our clinics enjoy a well-trained support staff, as well as a state-of-the-art space and equipment. Come be a part of a growing organization in a progressive, supportive, and innovative team!

Essential Responsibilities:

Provide one-on-one treatment

Evaluates a patient's need for either general or pelvic occupational therapy and develops an appropriate treatment plan.

Plan, prepare and carry out individually designed programs of occupational treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent occupational dysfunction in patients.

Provide appropriate care and treatment to patients based on physician care plan, agency policy and professional standards of care.

Custom Splint Fabrication for Patients

Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.

Must be willing to treat all ages and have sensory integration experience.

Responsible for patient caseload consisting of but not limited to pre-natal and post-partum diagnoses, pelvic pain, urinary incontinence, colorectal conditions/chronic constipation, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, and diastasis recti management.

Focuses on the prevention and treatment of functional disorders of the abdominal, pelvic and low back region.

Provides high quality patient treatment including evaluation, treatment planning and implementation, patient/family education and instruction, provision of safety procedures, and communication with those indicated given the patient. ( ie patient, family, physician, and other hospital associates, etc.)

Operates equipment related to patient care including electrical stimulation units. Directs and aids the patient in mobility and strengthening exercises, muscle re-education, and functional training.

What we Offer!

Competitive salary

Generous paid time off

A rich benefits package, including medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance

401(k) plan with company matching options

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Leadership and Master Clinician Educational Tracks

Progressive Clinic Director and Leadership Development Programs

Continuing Education & Professional Development

A generous annual stipend, plus all expenses paid for any specialty certifications towards Schroth, Pelvic Floor, OCS, PCS, NGS or WCS

Unlimited online CEU’s through our partnership with MedBridge Education

And much more!Requirements:

CT Licensed Occupational Therapist

Passion for Women's and Men's Pelvic Health

Must be either certified in pelvic therapy OR are currently eligible to take pelvic floor 1 course

Women's Health Certification is a plus. Minimum Pelvic Floor 1 through APTA or Herman & Wallace/willing to complete before starting

Mandatory Certifications: First Aid, AED, & CPR Certifications.

Part-time