Occupational Therapist Per Diem

Ernest Health•Stockton, KS

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Stockton Regional Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a per diem Occupational Therapist to join their world-class team. This modern inpatient rehabilitation hospital is dedicated to restoring hope and function for patients after life-changing injuries or illnesses. They provide specialized rehab services for stroke recovery, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, orthopedic surgery recovery, and other complex conditions. The hospital offers intensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy tailored to each patient’s needs and goals, delivered by a caring team of physicians, rehabilitation nurses, and licensed therapists. As an accredited facility and part of Ernest Health’s nationally recognized network, Stockton Regional Rehabilitation Hospital focuses on compassionate, effective care to help patients regain independence and quality of life. Ernest Health provides robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs to enhance the employee work experience and celebrate achievements.

Requirements

Current, valid, and active licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of employment required.
Current BLS certification from an approved vendor required.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
Effective organizational and time management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in the care of patients in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Uses specialized knowledge and training in occupational therapy medical services as well as independent judgment and discretion to develop and provide occupational therapy medical services to patients that help them improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, as well as compensate for permanent loss of function by teaching them to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments.
Independently examines patient's medical history, evaluates their physical abilities, determines their potential to respond to therapy, and develops treatment plans and then implements those treatment plans with full responsibility for preparation of related documentation and patient and other medical provider communication.
Uses specialized occupational therapy training and knowledge as well as independent discretion and judgment to assist patients in selecting appropriate adaptive equipment and assistive devices.
Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.