Occupational Therapist / PRN

BrightSpring Health Services•Grand Rapids, MI

28d•Hybrid

About The Position

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) for their Home and Community Program. This role focuses on providing functional rehabilitation in real-life settings such as homes, schools, workplaces, and communities, rather than traditional clinical environments. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about treating clients in authentic situations like cooking, grocery shopping, and navigating public spaces. This position offers an autonomous work setting within a collaborative team of therapists.

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from a college or university with an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
Current, unrestricted license as an Occupational Therapist by state in which practicing.
Current CPR Certification.
A minimum of one year’s work experience as an Occupational Therapist.
Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological diagnoses preferred.
Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures.
Duties require fine motor skills, visual acuity, and walking/standing for extended periods.
Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times.
A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on specific location policy, local and state regulations to verify employee is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological diagnoses.

Responsibilities

Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans.
Regularly re-assess the effectiveness of treatment plans.
Attend staffing meetings and family conferences.
Perform discharge evaluations.
Make appropriate recommendations for home and community safety.
Provide referral and education resources.
Communicate patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services, and family members.
Communicate with other disciplines to ensure collaboration, coordination of care, and enhance patient outcomes.