Occupational Therapist Pediatric OP 1.0fte

Franciscan Alliance • Lafayette, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist I provides evaluation and treatment of the patient, within the parameters of legal and professional guidelines, and hospital and departmental policies and procedures. The position instructs and directs Occupational Therapist Assistant and aides as assigned. The Occupational Therapist evaluates and implements the plan of care to improve, restore, and enhance performance in activities of daily living and functional mobility. This position performs documentation and quality improvement as outlined in departmental policies and procedures. Occupational Therapist- Pediatric Sign on Bonus available (Ask Talent Acquisition Advisor if eligible for Sign-on Bonus WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT 1:1 Therapist/Patient Focused Care Mentorship Continuing Education opportunities Full time Days Opportunity to work at various Franciscan Health therapy locations.

Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited program is required
• Must have a valid license or temporary permit for the applicable state
• Experienced and new graduate Occupational Therapist eligible
• Adapt and respond quickly to changing priorities
• Ability and willingness to work in team environment

Responsibilities

• evaluation and treatment of the patient
• instructs and directs Occupational Therapist Assistant and aides as assigned
• evaluates and implements the plan of care to improve, restore, and enhance performance in activities of daily living and functional mobility
• performs documentation and quality improvement as outlined in departmental policies and procedures

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees