Occupational Therapist (OT) PRN

Lifepoint Health•Athens, GA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Mary's Health Care System, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) for a PRN (as needed) position. This role is vital in helping patients regain their well-being through specialized treatment plans, exercise, and the use of prosthetic and orthotic devices. The OT will play an important role in patient recovery, communicating progress, instructing families and staff, documenting care, and maintaining a safe work environment. Lifepoint Health is committed to prioritizing employee well-being to enable exceptional patient care and is dedicated to making communities healthier.

Requirements

Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Current and unrestricted Occupational Therapy license in the state where services are rendered
Current CPR certification
Strong organizational and communication skills

Responsibilities

Develop a specialized treatment plan to help him/her achieve as much as possible in regaining his/her well-being through exercise and/or use of prosthetic and orthotic devices. You and your staff will play an important role in his/her recovery
Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
Other duties as assigned