Therapist-Occupational I

Baptist•Memphis, TN

About The Position

Evaluates and assesses patients to establish functional, measurable goals that promote restoration of functional abilities. Provides treatment according to a written plan of care to meet established goals, plans for discharge, and communicates findings and progress in accordance with professional licensure or certification, scope of practice, and departmental and discipline policies and procedures. Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff, including certified or licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing. Provides leadership support, participates on hospital committees, and serves as a resource and ambassador for performance improvement to clinical and management staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.
Basic computer literacy skills.
Occupational therapist (OT) licensure.
BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Advanced training and/or certification in the area of primary practice.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and assess patients based on subjective and objective information.
Develop a written plan of care.
Provide treatment according to established goals in the plan of care.
Document interventions and care in the patient's medical record.
Evaluate the effectiveness of the plan of care.
Reassess the patient's functional status.
Provide discharge planning information, including patient and family education, follow-up, and referrals to community resources.
Contribute to the development of staff and students.
Participate in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
Complete assigned goals.
May supervise clinical students and support staff, including certified or licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.
Participate on hospital committees and support performance improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.