Occupational Therapist (OT) - PRN

ClearSky Health•Avondale, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve. We are always in searching for patient focused Occupational Therapists to join our care team. Are you a dedicated and compassionate clinician seeking a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in people's lives? Submit your application to be considered for a PRN Occupational Therapist as we continue to grow and expand our care team at ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Avondale, AZ Click here to watch a video and learn more about what it is to be a part of the ClearSky Rehabilitation team. 🌟 What We Offer: Your Path to a Rewarding Career Starts Here! 🌟 Competitive Compensation 401k Matching Professional Development Opportunities Health and Wellness Programs Career Advancement Inclusive and Supportive Culture Work Life Balance Employee Recognition Program Our dedicated and patient focused Occupational Therapists are responsible for evaluating patients and helping them improve basic motor function and reasoning abilities and compensate for permanent loss of function by teaching them to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. Also assist patients in selecting appropriate adaptive equipment and assistive devices when necessary. This position fulfills these responsibilities while integrating company values into daily practice. This role is PRN and will work Day shifts as needed

Requirements

Two years’ direct patient occupational therapy care and treatment experience preferred.
Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist in good standing is required.
Basic Life Support/CPR certification required.
A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods of time.
Both gross and precise motor functions.
Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs.
Possible exposure to bodily fluids.
Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care.
Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment.
Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.

Nice To Haves

Experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred, we welcome recent graduates to apply

Responsibilities

Performs patient assessment and establishes plan of care and treatment goals, then assesses the effectiveness of treatment and modifies treatment when appropriate keeping in mind the educational and cultural needs of the patient, family, caregiver, or significant other and communicates accordingly to achieve maximum benefit of care.
Prepares plans for discharge.
Coordinates with interdisciplinary team on patient needs, treatment modifications, and progress; applying appropriate standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for patients.
Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff.
Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions.
Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Control standards.
May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.