Staff Occupational Therapist

Memorial Health•Taylorville, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive care to patients of all ages through the proper utilization of evaluation, planning and implementation of a treatment plan in accordance with established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or other states.
Current CPR card.
O.T. license in the State of Illinois, or license pending with an application for licensure on file with IDPFR and a letter of “Authorization to Work” from the State of Illinois.
The maximum allowable time to practice in a license pending status/under a licensed Occupational Therapist is 6 months per licensing regulations.
Must possess valid Illinois driver’s license and must be deemed as an acceptable driver in accordance with the MHS Fleet Safety Policy (five year MVR will be required).
Must show proof of automobile insurance.
Basic Knowledge in occupational therapy practices in accordance with O.T. Practice Act.
Universal Precautions Category I.

Nice To Haves

CPR Certification preferred.
Experience with neurologic and orthopedic injuries desirable.

Responsibilities

Provides rehabilitative care to patients of all ages.
Evaluates treatment needs of assigned physician referred patients of all ages.
Determines and implements plan to accomplish treatment goals within appropriate time frames.
Provides appropriate feedback to physician, department, and other team members and maintains required documentation.
Maintains skills in treatment procedure through utilization of inservice and continuing education opportunities and expertise of other clinical staff personnel.
Contributes to the maintenance of a satisfactory work environment.
Assists in development of occupational therapy programs.
Effectively communicates with the patient, family members, hospital staff and the public.
Promotes health and safety in the work environment.
Actively participates in competency assessment process.
Performs other related work as required or requested.