Flex Occupational Therapist

Trinity Health•Saint Joseph, MI

About The Position

Implements evaluations and treatments for medically disabled patients using established procedures. Educates patients and families to help them manage existing disabilities or prevent further disabilities, and provides occupational therapy consultation to health care personnel and the public. Evaluates patients’ physical and functional status in relation to their medical diagnoses, develops treatment plans and goals, administers therapy, documents progress, and communicates updates to physicians and other members of the treatment team. The role also contributes to professional development, program activities, and mentoring as requested by Leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
Certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board as an Occupational Therapist, Registered.
Current Michigan registration as an Occupational Therapist.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and occupational therapy treatment and modalities.
Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients, families, and other treatment team members.
Analytical skills to evaluate patients, establish goals, formulate treatment plans, and observe and document patient progress and condition.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to 80% of work time.
Ability to react quickly in sudden, unplanned situations to prevent or minimize injuries to patients or staff.
Ability to walk and stand for up to 50% of work time.
Ability to lift, push, and pull with an effective force of approximately 40–60 pounds, with or without mechanical devices or other personnel, for up to 20% of work time.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, their families, and other health center personnel.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients’ physical and functional status as related to their medical diagnoses.
Administer tests reflecting current standards of practice, including sensory, manual muscle, and range-of-motion tests, along with other evaluation techniques.
Plan treatment in a timely manner based on objective findings.
Establish short- and long-term therapy goals and formulate treatment plans consistent with those goals.
Use critical thinking to prioritize treatment and address barriers.
Complete charges for therapy services on the day of service and follow current carrier reimbursement guidelines.
Regularly document patients’ progress toward goals.
Provide updates to physicians and other treatment team members.
Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments through reading and attending related conferences and seminars.
Prepare and provide in-service presentations.
Participate in community activities and committees as requested by Leadership.
Assist with program development as requested by Leadership.
Mentor co-workers in areas of clinical expertise.
Participate as a Clinical Instructor with students as requested.
Educate patients and families about disabilities and the use of therapeutic devices and methods.
Provide occupational therapy consultation to health care personnel and the public.