Occupational Therapist (16 Hours/Week)

Springfield Clinic • Springfield, IL

114d

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for performing initial patient evaluations and plans/implements treatment programs, monitoring patient's progress toward treatment goals, communicating with referring physicians, and documenting and completing daily charge tickets.

Requirements

• Master's of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Must be licensed in the State of Illinois (OT).
• CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluation procedures including: range of motion, circumferential measurements of body parts, neurological and manual muscle testing and functional activities.
• Interpret evaluation results to determine the degree of impairment, aid in differential diagnoses and assist in establishing and revising the specifics of treatment.
• Plan treatment programs based upon the patient's complaint, physician's referral, review of medical records and evaluation results.
• Set appropriate goals for treatment to relieve pain, restore function and prevent disability.
• Rule out contra-indications to treatment and recommend necessary changes.
• Select and perform appropriate interventions and treatment techniques.
• Provide fitting and application of appropriate orthotic devices.
• Instruct patient in the use of assistive devices and occupational therapy procedures to be continued at home.
• Monitor the effects of treatment and modify as necessary to achieve maximum benefit.
• Document initial evaluation and progress report for patient's medical record.
• Verbally report progress or changes in the patient's condition to the referring physician as appropriate.
• Validate treatment given for accurate completion of the charge ticket.
• Provide input or timely scheduling for patients.
• Provide direction and supervision of COTA and other support personnel.
• Maintain professional mannerism.
• Maintain clean, neat and orderly work environment.
• Attempt to provide for patient comfort and modesty.
• Communicate tactfully in person or by telephone.
• Economically utilize supplies.
• Help to maintain equipment and notify Director of problems.
• Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedure codes.
• File incident reports for any event in which the individual or facility might be subject to liability.
• Notify the Director of any situation, which warrants consideration beyond the Occupational Therapist's duties and responsibilities.
• Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to SC Way customer service philosophy.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree