Occupational Therapist - Hospice - PRN Days

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Inc.•Hospice & HomeCare of Reno County, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Administers neurological/musculoskeletal/pain relieving rehabilitation procedures as ordered by the referring physician, administers standardized and non-standardized assessments, obtains and interprets data necessary for treatment, and implements and evaluates the patient plan of care. Serves a population newborn through geriatric. Adheres to agency/department policies. Acts in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values. Abides by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI). Maintains effective communication and professional working relationships with patients/clients and their representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.

Requirements

Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in Occupational Therapy from an accredited OT program.
Current licensure in Occupational Therapy through the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts.
Current BLS card within 30 days of hire or by the end of orientation, whichever comes first. Acceptable courses are American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.
Kansas State Driver’s License
Auto Insurance equal to or greater than the Kansas insurance requirements.
Demonstrates competency in test administration and use of therapy materials and equipment.
Medical terminology.
Basic computer skills.
Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of one year experience as a Registered Occupational Therapist working with the geriatric population.

Responsibilities

Formulates and implements a plan of care through completion of an age appropriate comprehensive assessment that includes diagnosis and patient-centered, measurable goals and objectives.
Maximizes the patient’s abilities in a safe, effective and appropriate manner, prioritizing patient needs and utilizing available resources.
Collaborates with and supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants in the provision of treatment.
Performs therapy assessments and reassessments within appropriate timelines and per regulations to evaluate the effectiveness of therapy services and progress toward patient goals and objectives.
Participates in and facilitates discharge planning with interdisciplinary team.
Completes patient care and daily documentation which is timely, accurate and contains the essential information to communicate medical necessity for skilled care.
Provides occupational therapy services within the Scope of Practice for Occupational Therapists in the state of Kansas.
Perform other duties as assigned.