Occupational Therapist (Inpatient)

Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana • Indianapolis, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist provides Occupational Therapy services to inpatient and/or outpatient patients age 15 and older under the referral of a physician or qualified non-physician provider. Services include evaluations, evidence-based interventions, equipment recommendations, and modality application. The role is based on-site in inpatient rehabilitation at Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana (RHI).

The therapist develops and updates patient-centered treatment plans based on evaluations, patient goals, and age-related needs, with the aim of optimizing treatment and function. Plans must support medical necessity and incorporate evidence-based treatments and outcome measures. The therapist documents services in compliance with department and regulatory timelines, coordinates plans with appropriate team members, attends team conferences, and obtains referring-physician review and sign-off as appropriate.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. RHI describes its culture as collaborative and patient-centered, with opportunities to work alongside physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams and to build meaningful patient relationships.

Requirements

• Occupational Therapy degree from an accredited program.
• Registration/certification by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapists.
• Indiana state Occupational Therapist license.
• Current CPR certification in accordance with AHA standards, or ability to obtain it within four weeks of the start date.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in adult physical rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Administer occupational therapy evaluations to inpatient and/or outpatient patients and determine appropriate treatment programs and equipment needs, integrating age-specific needs and issues for the physical medicine rehabilitation population.
• Develop patient-centered treatment plans based on evaluations, patient goals, and age-related needs to optimize treatment and function.
• Ensure treatment plans support medical necessity and incorporate evidence-based treatments and outcome measures.
• Revise and update treatment plans as required by policy, communicate plans to appropriate team members, attend team conferences, and obtain referring-physician review and sign-off as appropriate.
• Complete documentation accurately and within department and regulatory timelines to maintain a complete medical record supporting skilled services and medical necessity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Wellness programs
• Life and disability insurance
• Supportive scheduling and work–life balance
• Professional development and tuition assistance, including opportunities for advanced education support
• Continuing education opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time