Occupational Therapist Inpatient | Per Diem

Concord Hospital Health System • Laconia, NH

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist Inpatient Per Diem is responsible for conducting patient evaluations and providing treatment in accordance with established policies and procedures, serving patients of all ages and health populations. This role may also involve participation in indirect patient care activities as needed. All per diem staff are expected to work a minimum of two weekend shifts per month, in addition to any scheduled weekdays. Additionally, per diem staff are required to assist with holiday coverage. Under certain circumstances, staff may be asked to cover additional or alternative shifts. While employees are primarily assigned to a specific site, there is an expectation of flexibility to provide coverage at other Concord Hospital sites when necessary.

Requirements

• Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Passed the national certification board Certification
• State of NH Occupational Therapy license- active and in good standing
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers or equivalent course
• Experience working with an interdisciplinary team, providers, patients and their families.
• New graduates considered.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient evaluations and re-evaluations and documents in accordance with licensure, scope of practice and department standards (e.g. documentation completion/HIMS/ abbreviations, etc.).
• Advocates for and is active in developing disciplinary and interdisciplinary team members.
• Develops and documents assessments for each patient at evaluation and during treatment.
• Develops, revises, and documents goals and treatments for all patient’s during the episode of care.
• Demonstrates personal adaptability, flexibility and timeliness in managing the entire department caseload.
• Takes responsibility for accurate and thorough patient charging as part of daily charting.
• Takes responsibility for individual performance goals and meeting department expectations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree