Occupational Therapist (OT) PRN

Lifepoint Health•Howard, WI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides occupational therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments as prescribed by a licensed physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Assumes responsibility and accountability as indicated for the care of those patients being treated by Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, rehabilitation technicians and occupational therapy students. May be assigned to orient staff and students and assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that individual as qualified to do so. Assesses patients’ needs; identifies and initiates appropriate occupational therapy interventions; works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional occupational therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork. Observes and evaluates treatment affect, accomplishment of short- and long-term goals. Recommends change to physician, if needed. Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments, as per policy. Performs accurate and timely QI scoring. The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services.

Requirements

Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state where the hospital is located.
Current CPR/BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in all aspects of occupational therapy.
Effective oral and written communication skills in English.
Additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides occupational therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments as prescribed by a licensed physician.
Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning.
Assumes responsibility and accountability for the care of patients being treated by Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, rehabilitation technicians, and occupational therapy students.
Assesses patients’ needs and identifies and initiates appropriate occupational therapy interventions.
Works cooperatively with other patient team personnel.
Observes and evaluates treatment affect and accomplishment of goals.
Recommends changes to physician as needed.
Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments.
Performs accurate and timely QI scoring.