Occupational Therapist -PRN

Mercyhealth•Freeport, IL

10d

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and implements treatment plans to address the functional needs of patients with a variety of diagnoses. The role requires some independent judgment within the scope of practice and professional standards. The Occupational Therapist maintains thorough and timely electronic documentation and records services with appropriate coding and billing, communicates with other disciplines and referring providers, and contributes to quality improvement, staff development, and cost-saving initiatives. The position also includes planning and conducting lectures and training programs on occupational therapy and related topics for medical staff, students, and community groups.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
Licensed as an occupational therapist in Wisconsin, Illinois, or both, as required.
CPR/BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
NBCOT certification upon initial licensure only, as required.

Responsibilities

Integrate subjective and objective data to establish a treatment plan.
Use exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address patient deficits.
Maintain thorough records of services provided, with appropriate coding and billing.
Complete thorough and timely electronic documentation.
Communicate with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.
Demonstrate effective care delivery, including advanced evaluation and treatment techniques, as evidenced by peer review feedback.
Participate actively in the PI and CQI process and take an active role in performance improvement.
Assist with orientation, training, and mentoring of new partners.
Participate in departmental cost-saving initiatives.
Maintain a high standard of patient care and effective communication among occupational therapists, assistants, and the physician group.
Plan and conduct lectures and training programs on occupational therapy and related topics for medical staff, students, and community groups.