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Looking to fill PRN positions at our new hospital Kings Mills. Evaluates, plans, and implements Occupational Therapy services for the patient according to standards of practice of the profession, laws governing practice by the State of Ohio, and facility and department policies and procedures. Collaborates with the patient, family, and treatment team to maximize functional outcomes for the patient.
- Obtains and interprets prescriptions/orders for services with physician/referral source as required. Assesses and evaluates patients using appropriate non-standardized and standardized tests. Ensures completion of patient pre-certification/authorization requirements as needed. Completes thorough charting of services. Demonstrates knowledge in growth and development necessary for evaluation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. (pediatric as required by site).
- Develops individualized treatment program consistent with patient's age, diagnosis, functional status, and personal goals. The patient and/or family/caregiver are included in development of attainable goals.
- Selects and administers appropriate techniques, modalities, and interventions to maximize outcomes. Monitors patient's response to treatment and modifies the plan as needed. Demonstrates knowledge in growth and development necessary for treatment of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients (pediatric as required by site). Locations for treatment and evaluation include the hospital/clinic and settings in the community.
- Effectively communicates to patient, family/caregiver and treatment team both orally and in writing.
- Collaborates with the patient, family/caregiver and treatment team in planning for discharge. Provides patient and family/caregiver education and training. Makes appropriate discharge recommendations and obtains and/or recommends appropriate assistive equipment.
- Promotes the profession by participating in the Clinical Education program and providing education to others.
- Maintains competency by participation in continuing education, in-services and other learning opportunities. Meets standards for all required reviews of competency.
- Shares responsibility for common goals of the team by carrying caseload consistent with peers, maintaining the work environment and inventories, adjusting individual responsibilities to meet needs of department/work environment and positively representing department and profession to others.
- Participates in process improvement by identification of improvement opportunities for patient care, data collection and solutions to identified problems.
MINIMUM EDUCATION
Required: Graduate of accredited program in Occupational Therapy with minimum of a Bachelor's degree. Holds a current Occupational Therapy license from the State of Ohio in good standing. Maintains CPR Certification.
Preferred: Graduate of accredited program in Occupational Therapy with Masters level degree. Certification in a specialty area, for example: CHT, NDT, Lyphedema, etc
Minimum Years and Type of Experience: Experience preferred but not required
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: Experience with electronic medical records
Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
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Well-being Support: Access to mental health resources, condition management programs and clinical expertise
Education Assistance: Tuition support for critical clinical roles such as nursing, medical assisting, laboratory and more
Time Off: Enjoy at least three weeks of paid time off along with seven paid holidays
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