Occupational Therapist

Ascension•Sapulpa, OK

63d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves evaluating and treating patients with various deficits, assessing their ability to perform independent living skills, and designing appropriate treatment plans. The Occupational Therapist will implement treatment plans, document progress, and modify care as needed. They will also educate patients and families, plan for discharge, and oversee the work of certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Occupational Therapy (OT) credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Occupational Therapist temporary letter will be accepted until license is issued.
Bachelor's degree required.

Nice To Haves

Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits.
Assess patient 's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills.
Design the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
Implement the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
Document findings of patient progress.
Monitor and modify the plan of care as needed.
Seek consultation as necessary.
Educate the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from therapy services and provide information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
Oversee the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy 3-Technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.