Beacon Health System-posted 3 months ago
Kalamazoo, MI
5,001-10,000 employees
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

The position involves evaluating and treating patients who may have physical, emotional, cognitive, and/or psychosocial deficits. The role requires a comprehensive assessment of the patient's ability to perform independent living skills safely and effectively, followed by the design and implementation of a tailored treatment plan. This includes documenting patient progress, monitoring and modifying care plans as necessary, and providing education to patients and their families about the patient's deficits and available support programs.

  • Assesses patient's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills.
  • Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
  • Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
  • Documents findings of patient progress.
  • Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed.
  • Seeks consultation as necessary.
  • Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
  • Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
  • Oversees the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.
  • LIC BLS Provider Required: Yes
  • Occupational Therapy (OT) credentialed from the Michigan Board of Occupational Therapists prior to hire date or job transfer date is required.
  • LIC Rehab Therapist Required: Yes
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred.
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