Occupational Therapist - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Mercy Health • Springfield, OH

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About The Position

The Occupational Therapist enhances patients’ ability to perform daily tasks related to work and life. The role includes conducting assessments, developing treatment plans based on physician referrals, and documenting patient progress across outpatient, inpatient, pediatric, and off-site settings. The therapist reviews referrals and medical histories, evaluates patients, administers prescribed treatments, develops functional and vocational programs, monitors progress, and educates patients and families about at-home treatment procedures. The position is based in the Physical Therapy – Springfield – IP Rehab Therapy department at Springfield Regional Medical Center and is scheduled for 40 hours per week on day shifts.

Requirements

• Be licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of current practice, or meet all qualifications for traineeship or temporary licensure in that state.
• Demonstrate appropriate application of age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrate general computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
• Have analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities, and progress.
• Have interpersonal skills to effectively interact with coworkers, physicians, patients, and families.
• Be able to work well with patients, the public, and other health care professionals at all levels.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience in an equivalent setting.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification upon hire (preferred); required within 30 days for BSMH or at hire for RSFH.

Responsibilities

• Review physician referrals and patient medical history to determine therapy needs.
• Conduct and document patient evaluations, re-evaluations, and treatment plans according to department protocols.
• Administer prescribed occupational therapy treatments and create custom equipment for individual needs.
• Develop programs focusing on functional skills, vocational training, daily activities, and motor skills.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment goals and plans as necessary, participating in patient care conferences.
• Educate patients and families on at-home treatment procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as required by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed