Occupational Therapist

McLaren Health Care•Bad Axe, MI

12d

About The Position

This full-time position is based in a rural healthcare setting and offers the opportunity to practice across many areas of care. It is open to experienced professionals and new graduates, with mentorship from a skilled and knowledgeable team. The occupational therapist assesses a patient’s ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) in light of physical, cognitive, and/or psychological impairments. The therapist develops individualized treatment plans with patient-centered goals and uses therapeutic interventions and ADLs to support those goals. Treatment may involve adapting or modifying the environment or objects within it to facilitate engagement and participation.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.
Current State Board of Occupational Therapy licensure.
BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

One year of occupational therapist experience.
Registration through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients by establishing an occupational profile, analyzing occupational performance, and collaborating with patients on goals that reflect their experiences, values, priorities, and desired outcomes.
Conduct relevant systems reviews and select and administer specific tests and measures as needed to obtain data.
Establish individualized plans of care and select therapeutic interventions addressing identified impairments in accordance with physician orders.
Reassess patients on an ongoing basis and evaluate their responses to treatment.
Initiate and manage discharge planning from the first visit and throughout treatment.
Supervise and delegate to ancillary staff and students in accordance with state laws and department policy.