Occupational Therapist, PRN

Kindred Healthcare•Lander, WY

5h•Onsite

About The Position

At SageWest Health Care, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. SageWest Health Care is located in Fremont County, Wyoming, encompassing two hospitals, one in Riverton and one in Lander. Each offers a wide range of healthcare services, including inpatient medical services, emergency room services, surgical services, imaging services, laboratory diagnostic services, primary care, infusion services, and women’s health. Responsible for assessment and direct administration of occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician

Requirements

Degree from an Occupational Therapy Program, required
Current Occupational Therapy License as required by the state of practice
National Board Certification for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within time frame specified in facility policy
Able to maintain a high awareness of patient satisfaction and teamwork
Attention to detail
Adaptable to performing well under pressure in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
Must be flexible, able to work as needed for appropriate departmental coverage
Basic computer knowledge; become proficient in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision
Demonstrates proficient time management skills
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially regarding activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

Nice To Haves

Additional languages preferred
1 year preferred

Responsibilities

Interacts professionally with patients/families; treats patients and their families with respect and dignity
Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families
Effectively and appropriately communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers, demonstrating customer service excellence through application of positive language principles, appropriate response and use of constructive problem-solving techniques which foster positive outcomes
Ability to perform an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provided and reassessments as per policy. This includes neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric patients and the general patient population.
Supervises and delegates the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians, therapy aides, students, and other support personnel
Assesses competence, delegates specific tasks, and establishes channels of communication. according to established licensing laws, state regulations and practice standards
Administers treatment involving application of physical agent modalities using equipment, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines
Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard occupational therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient
Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications
Plans, prepares, and carries out individually designed programs of treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients
Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate
Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires. Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation
Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and treatment setting
Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs