Acute Care Occupational Therapist PRN

Intermountain Health

6d•$43 - $66•Onsite

About The Position

This position screens, tests, evaluates, diagnoses, and treats injuries, diseases, and disabilities using occupational therapy procedures and modalities in accordance with standard occupational therapy practices. The therapist consults with, educates, and trains patients, families, and caregivers, and collaborates with care teams and stakeholders to provide quality, patient-centered care. The role provides skilled occupational therapy services and develops care plans with specific goals based on patient assessments, diagnosis, history, and physician referrals. It includes patient care and education, supervision of assistants, aides, office staff, and students, accurate documentation and billing, and participation in continuing education, quality improvement, meetings, and program development. New graduates are welcome. The position is based at Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital in Provo, Utah. Scheduled weekly hours are 0. The hourly pay range is $43.09–$66.47, with the actual rate dependent on experience.

Requirements

Current Occupational Therapist license in the states where the employee works.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
Basic computer skills.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Skill sets and experience with the target population of the job setting.
Current driver's license, reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

Promote Intermountain Health's mission, vision, and values and abide by its service standards.
Provide skilled occupational therapy services and keep current with standard practices for different patient groups.
Conduct evaluations and treatments according to professional standards, considering diagnoses, patient history, and physician referrals.
Develop care plans with specific goals based on patient assessments.
Meet established productivity standards for the department or service line.
Maintain thorough and timely patient records in accordance with regulations and facility policies.
Complete patient billing accurately and promptly.
Communicate with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers about patient needs and goals, supporting smooth operations and effective use of rehabilitation services.
Manage patient care and education, including supervision of assistants, aides, office staff, and students.
Participate in and promote continuing education, and pursue learning opportunities consistent with licensure requirements.
Participate in quality improvement, including safe equipment use, clinical outcomes, patient access and experience, the Intermountain Operating Model, and utilization review audits.
Participate in patient care conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, staff meetings, and relevant professional and work groups in collaboration with the leader.
Contribute to program development and marketing strategies to grow the physical therapy program and achieve department goals.