Occupational Therapist - PRN (Inpatient Services)

Children's Mercy Kc • Kansas City, MO

282d • $40 • Remote

About The Position

The staff occupational therapist functions under the general supervision of the Director of Physical Therapy. The staff occupational therapist assumes responsibility and accountability for a designated group of patients and provides occupational therapy evaluations and treatments in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures and within the scope of practice for occupational therapists. The therapist provides care for patients with delays or other alterations in health requiring the skilled assessment, evaluation, and intervention by an occupational therapist to promote functional independence. The occupational therapist takes into consideration the functional, psychological, medical, cultural, social, spiritual, and developmental needs of the patient and maintains the highest degree of quality patient care. A staff occupational therapist also assumes responsibility and accountability for the care of those patients being treated by Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) and may be assigned to orient staff and students. At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity. Additionally, it's important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children's Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and No Experience necessary / On-the-Job Training Pediatric Clinical Education Experiences.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist MO
• Licensed Occupational Therapist KS
• NBCOT certification Preferred Upon Hire
• AOTA Membership Preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs occupational therapy assessment of patients needs.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive occupational therapy program for patients and families which promote independence and optimal patient outcomes.
• Performs accurate and timely documentation, billing, and insurance correspondence in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Promotes leadership and education by participation in departmental activities and performance improvement functions.
• Delivers care in a customer friendly way consistent with the philosophy, mission, vision, and values of the department and organization.

Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $40.40/hr based on education and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits plans designed to meet the changing needs of employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree