Therapist-Occupational I PRN

Overview Job Summary Evaluates and assesses patients to establish functional, measurable goals to 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 according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Provides leadership support, participates on hospital committees, serves as a resource and ambassador for performance improvement to clinical and management staff. Performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities* Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information. * Develops a written plan of care. * Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care. * Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record. * Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care. Reassesses patient's functional status. * Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources. * Contributes to the development of staff and students. * Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery. * Completes assigned goals.Specifications Experience Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Education Minimum Required* Graduate of an accredited OT program.Preferred/Desired Training Minimum Required Preferred/Desired* Advanced training and/or certification in area of primary practice.Special Skills Minimum Required* Basic computer literacy skills.Preferred/Desired Licensure Minimum Required* OT;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIREPreferred/Desired