Occupational Therapist - EMRMC - Flex - 1st Shift
About The Position
Under general direction, provides occupational therapy services to mentally and/or physically impaired patients. Responsibilities include assessment, treatment program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication. Directs patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance, and facilitates learning of skills that promote functional independence. Must follow the State Practice Act KRS.319A, demonstrate professional accountability and growth to maintain and expand knowledge and skills, contribute to the organization’s mission and philosophy, demonstrate dependability, and exhibit the values of F.I.R.S.T. (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust). Works in a typical therapy setting on patient floors, in an outpatient clinic, or during off-ground/unit activities as indicated. May be required to work a flexible schedule. The work involves occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals and equipment, stress from working with patients experiencing pain or discomfort or who have physical or mental disabilities, and occasional exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue. Considerable stooping, kneeling, pulling, lifting, carrying, and walking are involved. Must be able to lift 25 pounds independently. Has contact with patients and their family members, occupational therapy staff, physical therapy and speech therapy staff, nursing staff, and physicians. Equipment and skills include paraffin, hot and cold packs, a BTE work simulator, computer, wheelchair, hospital beds, heat gun, transfer training, and CPR.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 months’ exposure to a related field, including successful completion of clinicals.
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds independently.
- Transfer training and CPR required.
- Must follow the State Practice Act KRS.319A.
Responsibilities
- Assess mentally and/or physically impaired patients.
- Plan and implement occupational therapy treatment programs.
- Complete related documentation and communication.
- Direct patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance.
- Facilitate learning of skills that promote functional independence.
- Follow the State Practice Act KRS.319A.
- Maintain and expand professional knowledge and skills through accountability and growth.
- Contribute to the organization’s mission and philosophy and demonstrate dependability.
- Exhibit the organization’s F.I.R.S.T. values: Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
