Occupational Therapist - Outpatient

The Nebraska Medical Center•Bellevue, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families. Nebraska Medicine is now taking applications for a talented individual to join us as a Occupational Therapist for Outpatient. This role will be great for someone that has a passion for OT and great customer service for our patients we serve. Seeking a highly-motivated, positive, and innovative occupational therapist to join the Outpatient Rehab team at the Bellevue Medical Center as a member of the Neuro Rehab Program interdisciplinary care team. Provide outpatient rehab for patients with a variety of neurological conditions including Parkinson's disease, cerebrovascular accident, TBI, concussion, multiple sclerosis, ataxia, and vision related diagnoses. The caseload consists of a high number of referrals for Parkinson's disease and involves long-term, skilled, outpatient rehab for this population. The ideal candidate is able to incorporate neuroplasticity-based and research-based high-intensity, large amplitude interventions for people with Parkinson’s disease including Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery (PWR!) and cognitive dual task training which are functional and specific to each individual patient. As a member of the neuro rehab program, the occupational therapist will participate in interdisciplinary care involving on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy as well as communication with providers and referral to other specialties as indicated to optimize patient quality of life and management of symptoms and communication with referring neurologists. This position also involves communication and education to family and caregivers on home safety, occupation-based mobility, adaptations and compensatory techniques as needed, as well as other local resources including support groups and community-based exercise referrals. We partner with our physicians, nurses and other hospital staff to provide the best Serious Medicine and Extraordinary Care available in the region. We are excited to have Forbes Magazine recognize us in their list of American’s top employers and the best employer in Nebraska. Come join us!! If you have questions about applying for the Occupational Therapist - Outpatient , please contact Jana Whitmarsh at [email protected].

Requirements

Graduate of an approved program for occupational therapy with a Bachelor's degree or higher required.
Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, strong team orientation, and proficiency with items found in a typical OT facility (e.g., transfer and ADL adaptive equipment and splint supplies) required.
National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy registered or eligible to take exam is required.
Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Nebraska is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon completion of unit orientation required.

Nice To Haves

Physical Agent Modality Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform evaluations, planning, and implementation of occupational therapy treatments.
Assist with department goal setting, program planning, clinical instruction, and staff instruction in order to maintain a progressive and educationally motivated staff.
Carry out day to day communication and duties with teamwork and professionalism.