Occupational Therapist - Acute, Full-time, Baptist Hospital

Baptist Health Care•Pensacola, FL

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist assesses, plans, organizes, and participates in rehabilitative programs for patients with disease or injury. Using physical and functional assessments, the therapist identifies dysfunction, determines and documents a plan of care, and implements that plan through evidence-based modalities and skilled interventions to help patients achieve mutually established functional goals. The therapist educates patients and caregivers about treatment and care so patients can actively continue activities at home, and monitors and evaluates outcomes related to the assessment and plan of care. The role includes coordinating patient care with clinical team members, completing required documentation, monitoring the treatment activities of COTAs and aides, and supervising students after one year of experience. The therapist may also need to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather or disasters.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
Florida Occupational Therapist license upon hire.
BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association upon hire.
Excellent communication and people skills.
Knowledge of industry best practices and guidelines.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent written communication and documentation skills.
Ability to maintain current knowledge of regulations, policies, and procedures.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to motivate others.
Excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

Complete evaluations of assigned patients in accordance with established standards of care and practice.
Plan and provide appropriate treatment to assigned patients in accordance with established standards of care and practice.
Coordinate patient care with other clinical team members to support optimal care and communication, as documented in the clinical record.
Complete all required documentation of services according to department standards.
Maintain and enhance personal knowledge and promote professional standards in Occupational Therapy.
Monitor the treatment activities of COTAs and aides.
Supervise students after one year of experience.
Legibly and accurately complete stat sheets and charge slips for each patient seen by the end of the work shift.
Assist with other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization.
Remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters when required.