Occupational Therapist PRN - Weekends
About The Position
Vertis Therapy is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist to work weekends at Dukes Memorial Hospital in Peru, Indiana. The position involves evaluating patients, developing individualized treatment plans, delivering skilled occupational therapy services, and monitoring progress toward functional goals. The Occupational Therapist collaborates with the healthcare team to support patient recovery, independence, safety, and overall function, and supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants as needed. Vertis Therapy is therapist-owned and operated and emphasizes therapist support, quality patient care, collaboration, flexibility, and empowering therapists to make a difference. The role requires timely and accurate documentation and participation in or leadership of team development meetings. Physical duties include lifting and assisting clients, standing for extended periods, and performing tasks related to therapy. The employer provides equal employment opportunities and complies with applicable nondiscrimination laws.
Requirements
- Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
- Valid Occupational Therapist state license or eligibility for licensure.
- Strong clinical assessment skills.
- Proficiency in developing and implementing effective treatment plans.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to lift and assist clients as needed, stand for extended periods, and perform physical tasks related to therapy.
- Computer proficiency for documentation in an electronic medical record platform.
Nice To Haves
- Current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients' functional abilities.
- Establish and execute individualized plans of care to improve independence and quality of life.
- Provide skilled occupational therapy services and monitor progress toward functional goals.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to support recovery, independence, safety, and overall function.
- Complete timely and accurate documentation.
- Provide appropriate guidance and supervision to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants as needed.
- Participate in or lead team development meetings.
