Occupational Therapist Behavioral Health
About The Position
The Occupational Therapist I provides evaluation and treatment of the patient, within the parameters of legal and professional guidelines, and hospital and departmental policies and procedures. The position instructs and directs Occupational Therapist Assistant and aides as assigned. The Occupational Therapist evaluates and implements the plan of care to improve, restore, and enhance performance in activities of daily living and functional mobility. This position performs documentation and quality improvement as outlined in departmental policies and procedures. Work as part of the Behavioral Health Department, providing occupational therapy services that support patients' mental, emotional, and functional well-being. Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest, with 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapist
- Occupational Therapist (OT) - State Licensing Board Indiana or Illinois (required within 90 days of hire)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association
Nice To Haves
- Experience in Occupational Therapy
- Doctorate Occupational Therapist
- 1 year Occupational Therapy
Responsibilities
- Provide evaluation and treatment of the patient, within the parameters of legal and professional guidelines, and hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
- Instruct and direct Occupational Therapist Assistant and aides as assigned.
- Evaluate and implement the plan of care to improve, restore, and enhance performance in activities of daily living and functional mobility.
- Perform documentation and quality improvement as outlined in departmental policies and procedures.
- Complete appropriate goal re-assessment and discharge planning.
- Provide occupational therapy, according to standards of care defined by the state practice act and other professional and governing agencies.
- Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations, treatment and related follow-up services, including discharge planning.
- Document and submit patient reports and charges within the established timeframe.
- Collaborate with patient and other healthcare personnel or outside agencies regarding coordination of care.
- Develop a treatment plan with measurable goals based on patient assessment.
- Provide occupational therapy, including selection and use of assistive equipment.
- Train and educate patients and family members or other support, and document understanding of treatment plan and goals.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit offerings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
