Occupational Therapist

Company Description Since 1947, South Bend Orthopaedics (SBO) has been dedicated to delivering top-notch orthopaedic care. With locations in South Bend, Mishawaka, Plymouth, La Porte, and Elkhart, Indiana, SBO has been a trusted partner of the University of Notre Dame’s athletic department since 1949. Our mission is to provide specialized care, helping patients regain mobility and return to their daily activities, whether they’re athletes or not. SBO offers expertise in joint replacement, sports medicine, trauma, hand, spine, and foot/ankle care. We are committed to excellence in both surgical and rehabilitative treatments. Role Description We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team in South Bend, IN. This is a full-time, on-site position. The role involves assessing and creating customized therapy plans for patients recovering from injuries, surgeries, or other orthopaedic conditions. Daily responsibilities include conducting patient evaluations, implementing therapeutic interventions, monitoring progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure patients achieve optimal recovery outcomes. Qualifications Experience in outpatient hand therapy, CHT preferred but open to new grads with a passion in hand therapy Licensed Occupational Therapist with knowledge of orthopaedic and rehabilitation therapy techniquesStrong ability to assess patient needs and develop personalized therapy plansProficiency in documenting patient progress and maintaining accurate medical recordsEffective collaboration skills with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionalsExcellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with diverse patients and their familiesExperience in sports injury rehabilitation is a plusBachelor's or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited programCommitment to delivering compassionate and high-quality patient care