Occupational Therapist

Saint Joseph Hospital - Lexington•Lexington, KY

11d•$32 - $48

About The Position

At Saint Joseph Hospital, the Occupational Therapist helps patients regain independence and quality of life so they can safely perform daily activities. The role assesses patients with a range of needs, including orthopedic, neurological, sensory, and cancer-recovery needs; develops treatment plans; and conducts evaluations and re-evaluations. The therapist collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, maintains thorough documentation, and provides motivating care to a high volume of patients. Success in the role requires flexibility, adaptability, strong organization, and a personable, motivating approach to teamwork. The Occupational Therapist provides care appropriate to the ages of patients served; evaluates assigned patients in accordance with physician guidelines and departmental policies; implements treatment and reassesses patients regularly to modify treatment and maximize functional independence; and maintains records and documentation that meet regulatory requirements. The therapist also organizes duties efficiently and communicates effectively about therapy programs and departmental issues. Saint Joseph Hospital is a 433-bed hospital in Lexington, Kentucky, founded in 1877. It is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit Catholic health system. Eligible hires may receive a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 and educational assistance (student loan payback) of up to $24,000.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science, upon hire.
Master’s entry-level degree in Occupational Therapy, upon hire.
Either student or prior experience in a rehabilitation setting.
Kentucky Occupational Therapist license, upon hire.
Basic Life Support (CPR), upon hire.
Flexibility, adaptability, strong organization, and a personable, motivating team-player approach.

Responsibilities

Assess patients with diverse needs, including orthopedic, neurological, sensory, and cancer-recovery needs.
Develop treatment plans and conduct evaluations and re-evaluations.
Provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Evaluate assigned patients in accordance with physician guidelines and departmental policies and procedures.
Implement treatment and conduct regular reassessments to modify treatment and maximize patients’ potential for functional independence.
Complete required documentation and maintain pertinent patient records in compliance with Joint Commission, CARF, Medicare, and other regulatory requirements.
Organize duties and responsibilities to work efficiently and productively.
Communicate effectively regarding therapy programs and departmental issues.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and provide positive, motivating care to a high volume of patients.