Hospital - Occupational Therapist

Job Description

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing occupational therapy evaluation/treatment, education, and equipment training, as well as bracing/positioning, modalities, and techniques within the scope of practice to promote maximal quality of life and the safest level of function as ordered by the provider. Provides occupational therapy services for a variety of patients throughout their continuum of care in a hospital setting. Promotes an environment that empowers patient-centered, goal-directed therapy care aligned with the mission, vision, and values of MSRH.

Responsibilities

• 1\. Review consult orders and ensure necessary precautions are identified to ensure appropriate occupational therapy evaluation and treatment can be provided.
• 2\. Evaluate ADL/IADL, ROM, strength, coordination, functional mobility, training/education, and equipment needs of patients with any disorder to determine appropriate occupational therapy treatment plans.
• 3\. Communicates effectively with the interdisciplinary team to support patient care.
• 4\. Develop and update focused and individually designed treatment plans in collaboration with the patient/family, taking into consideration age, functional status, and lifestyle, with measurable short and long-term goals.
• 5\. Utilizes independent clinical decision-making daily to progress patients and modifies treatment depending upon specific needs and medical status.
• 6\. Monitors patients throughout the provision of treatment and responds appropriately to changes in the patient's status.
• 7\. Completes all relevant documentation within a timely manner and according to professional guidelines.
• 8\. Establishes provisions for continuing services/follow-up as needed.
• 9\. Prioritizes patients based on patient's individual needs as well as colleague/surgeon/provider preference in accordance with MSRH protocols and procedures.
• 10\. Utilize evidence-based framework to establish best practices for a wide variety of patients.
• 11\. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of occupational therapy concepts, practices, and policies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish rapport and trust.
• Strong listening and speaking skills and ability to motivate others.
• Ability to demonstrate positive work ethic and dedication to patient and family-centered care.
• Ability to demonstrate sound clinical judgement in the synthesis of complex evaluation data.
• Ability to serve as a preceptor and a mentor by fostering a teaching environment.

Education

• Master's in Occupational Therapy required

Certification/Licensure

• OTR required
• *American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained within 7 days of hire.

Required Skills

Inpatient setting experience is preferred.