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St. John's Outpatient Physical & Occupational Therapy
Industrial Rehabilitation
Return To Work Program
Ergonomics
A functional job-demand oriented work evaluation, this analysis can be requested by an employer with the goal of gaining valuable therapist suggestions and solutions to work-related musculoskeletal disorders. With employers' input, the analysis can be recorded in the form of a functional job-demand job description.
With employer-therapist cooperation, other injury prevention actions can be taken. As a basis for employee injury prevention education, back injury prevention programs can be customized to a specific work group. Upper extremity cumulative trauma education can be coupled with ergonomic training to assist workers in becoming an integral part of the company sponsored work hazard reduction program. OSHA directives can be specifically addressed.
Job Site Analysis
Our computerized job analysis system
converts body motion into numbers to measure physical demands and
functions of any job. These numbers allow employers to evaluate the physical
capabilities of the injured worker. Our staff also can assist you to quantify
job descriptions for use by personnel departments, government
regulators and insurance representatives.
Work Hardening/Conditioning
A highly structured, goal-oriented, individual plan is created to maximize the worker's ability to return to work. This program bridges the gap between the injured worker and the work place. Our interdisciplinary approach uses real or simulated activities to restore physical, behavioral and vocational functioning.
Post-offer/Pre-placement Screenings
Tests assure a safe match between a worker's abilities and specific job demands. These screenings are a valuable tool in pre-employment physicals.
Non-discriminatory, function related screening depends upon the very same job analysis results described above. The intent of the Americans with Disabilities Act, EEOC statements and other regulatory agencies focus upon the specific physical job-related demands as central to the consideration process when judging an individual's ability to perform job duties.
Careful screen design, employer control to the hiring process and consistent test administration promotes valid legal and safe job screening at a reasonable cost.
Functional Capacity Evaluation
This comprehensive two-day test is a very physical test designed to document an injured worker's abilities.
The worker performs standardized work activities under close
supervision.
Modifications are available to meet specific requests.
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