Occupational Therapist - Acute care, Per Diem
About the Role
Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, a member of Trinity Health Of New England, has an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join our mission-driven Acute Care Rehab Team. The Occupational Therapist performs evaluations, direct patient treatment, and provides documentation for patients referred for occupational therapy. Identifies appropriate long and short-term goals and develops treatment plans to respond to those goals.
Responsibilities
- Provides full scope of direct and clinical services necessary to maximize care for patients of all ages.
- Appropriately communicates results of assessment or treatment program including written and/or verbal means.
- Aggressively works with patient, family, and care provider to communicate patient status and progress, as well as providing adequate training.
- Develops and maintains advanced clinical skills, including acknowledged area of expertise and multi-site/unit clinical service diversification.
- Maintains appropriate communication with treatment team, physicians, clients, and/or family members to facilitate problem-solving, program planning, and education.
Requirements
- Graduate of an AOTA accredited school.
- Current State of CT license.
- Strong communication skills.
Benefits
- Per diem position.
- Excellent team environment.
- Flexible schedule.
About the Organization
Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate healthcare environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital, and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.