Occupational Therapist

Schuylkill•Bethlehem, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Evaluates, plans, directs, and administers occupational therapy programs to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence. Assesses patient conditions based on diagnoses from referring physicians and develops or updates plans of care in collaboration with patients and families. Facilitates participation in everyday living and improves quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education. Helps people regain or maintain independence and lead active lives. Uses skilled, evidence-based therapy techniques, including therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, splinting and durable medical equipment, and modalities. Reassesses patients and modifies plans as needed, communicates progress and limitations to supervisors, physicians, and other team members, and provides age- and population-specific care. The position is onsite at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg, with a day-shift schedule Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and two weekend days per month.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
Less than one year of experience; successfully completed clinical experiences as required by the school program.
Demonstrated sound clinical reasoning when synthesizing evaluation data and identifying treatment diagnoses.
Knowledge of occupational therapy techniques.
Ability to communicate with patients, families, and coworkers in a friendly, supportive manner.
Ability to provide safe, compassionate, and competent occupational therapy treatments.
Ability to travel to patient care assignments for Home Care only.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification, required upon hire.
Pennsylvania Licensed Occupational Therapist credential, required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or doctorate in Occupational Therapy.
One year of clinical experience for Home Care.

Responsibilities

Establish and implement occupational therapy plans of care to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum performance level.
Provide individualized treatment using skilled, evidence-based techniques, including therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, splinting and durable medical equipment, and modalities.
Provide occupational therapy treatment consistent with the patient's needs assessment.
Reassess patients when indicated and modify occupational therapy plans accordingly.
Communicate patient progress and physical limitations to a supervisor, physician, and other team members.
Deliver care based on age-specific and population-specific needs using a developmental and patient- and family-directed approach.
Provide supervision in accordance with regulatory requirements, as appropriate.
Establish treatment plans with measurable goals and time frames.
Provide cost-effective care in accordance with departmental billing guidelines.
Complete and submit documentation in accordance with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.