Occupational Therapist

OverviewEmployment Type: Per Diem ( PRN)Shifts Available: Days ( one Weekend a month)Hours: 8hr shifts - 8:00 am - 5:00 pmLocation: Providence Medical Center- Kansas City, KSJoin a dynamic healthcare team as an Occupational Therapist (OT) in Leavenworth,KS, where you'll play a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals facing physical, mental, or emotional challenges. This OT position involves assessing patients' needs, developing personalized rehabilitation plans, and implementing therapeutic interventions that promote independence in day-to-day activities. We are looking for a compassionate professional eager to collaborate effectively with a diverse team to deliver exceptional care.Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:Health InsuranceEmployer 401K optionsMany other amazing benefitsFull benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/ResponsibilitiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):Assess both Inpatients and Outpatients with a great opportunity to grow the Outpatient program!Assess Functional Abilities: use standardized assessments, patient interviews, and real-world task simulations to determine the patient's current level of independence and areas of needDevelop Treatment Plans: create personalized treatment plans tailored to the patient's condition, goals, and discharge needsTrain in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): guide patients in regaining the ability to perform basic ADLs such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, toileting, and transferring (e.g., from bed to chair)Recommend Adaptive Equipment: introduce and train patients to use tools that compensate for functional limitations (ie. grabbers, reachers, sock aids, dressing sticks, etc.)Environmental Modifications: Suggest changes to the home or hospital room setup to improve safety and accessibilityEducate Patients and Families: train family members or caregivers on how to assist properly without increasing the patient's dependency, and provide guidance for ongoing care at home or in a rehab facilityQualificationsBefore we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:Bachelor or Master Degree in Occupational TherapyCurrent state Occupational Therapy certification/licenseCurrent BLS (AHA) certificateAdditional Qualifications That Are a Plus:* National Board for Certification Occupational Therapy certification, AOTA and OTAC* Experience in Outpatient Orthopedic Therapy#LI-AM5Employment StatusPer DiemShiftDaysEqual Employment OpportunityCompany is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf