Occupational Therapist Per Diem

Ernest Health•Thornton, CO

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Denver Regional Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a per diem Occupational Therapist to join their world-class team. This hospital provides specialized inpatient rehabilitative services in a warm and patient-focused setting, offering intensive therapy programs for patients recovering from strokes, neurological injuries, spinal cord and orthopedic trauma, and other debilitating conditions. The dedicated team of rehabilitation experts works closely with each patient and their family to create personalized treatment plans, including physical, occupational, and speech therapies, aimed at restoring function and hope. The hospital has earned national recognition for effective, timely care. As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, they offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs designed to enhance the employee work experience and celebrate achievements. They encourage employee feedback through platforms like “My Ernest Journey” and their Engagement Survey.

Requirements

Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Occupational Therapy.
Current State Occupational Therapist License.
Current CPR
Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist required
Basic Life Support/CPR card required
Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
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.
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
Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
Effective organizational and time management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Evaluates patients and helps them improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but also compensate for permanent loss of function by teaching them to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments.
May also assist patients in selecting appropriate adaptive equipment and assistive devices.
Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.