Occupational Therapist

St. Elizabeth Healthcare • Lawrenceburg, IN

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About The Position

The primary role of the Occupational Therapist is to provide therapy interventions that improve the patients overall functional ability. The Occupational Therapist will use interventions and education that assists patients and caregivers in adapting to life changes by modifying and adapting skills to improve performance. Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background. We’re seeking a compassionate and skilled occupational therapist to evaluate patients, develop personalized goals, and create effective treatment plans that are implemented promptly. You’ll provide hands-on therapy, educate patients and their families, and help develop home exercise programs, offering discharge recommendations when appropriate. If you specialize in Hand Therapy, you'll work under the supervision of a Certified Hand Therapist (either PT or OT/CHT) and stay in close contact with them to ensure the best care. Your role includes accurate documentation, supervising and mentoring staff, and supporting quality improvement initiatives within the department. You’ll attend team meetings, help develop and implement treatment protocols, and promote a professional image while highlighting the services we offer. If you're dedicated to patient-centered care, teamwork, and continual growth, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

• B.S., M.S., or O.T.D. in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state where work is being performed
• Commitment to seek CHT certification once having the requirements for the exam
• Knowledge of assessment techniques and anticipated outcomes
• Good interpersonal, communication, and time management skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Hand Therapy
• New graduates or experienced therapists accepted

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop personalized goals
• Create effective treatment plans and implement them promptly
• Provide hands-on therapy and educate patients and their families
• Help develop home exercise programs and offer discharge recommendations
• Work under the supervision of a Certified Hand Therapist if specializing in Hand Therapy
• Maintain accurate documentation
• Supervise and mentor staff
• Support quality improvement initiatives within the department
• Attend team meetings and help develop treatment protocols
• Promote a professional image and highlight services offered

What This Job Offers

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