Occupational Therapist

Requisition ID: 1089
Classification: Exempt/Salaried
Position Type: PRN
Reports To: Director of Rehabilitation Services

About the Role

Responsible for the evaluation, planning, directing, and administering of occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. Administers treatments and occupational agents as prescribed by a referring physician to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Directs the Occupational Therapy Department including Occupational Therapy Assistants, Aides, Certification Applicants, and Students.
• Observes and evaluates treatment effectiveness; recommends changes to physician, if needed.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff, administrative team, patients, and customers.
• Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
• Maintains records pertinent to the personnel and operation of the department.
• Demonstrates flexibility, organization, and ability to function under stressful situations.
• Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Consults other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.
• Meets current documentation standards and policies.
• Participates in educational staff performance improvement in services.
• Participates in guidance and educational programs.
• Participates in infection control, departmental equipment training, and organizational safety programs.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
• Three or more years of previous experience in all aspects of occupational therapy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Moderate computer knowledge.
• Knowledge of physical medicine, physical agent modalities, anatomy, and physiology.
• Knowledge of physical and occupational therapy machine operation, maintenance, and repairs.
• Awareness of budget restraints and assistance with conserving costs.

Physical Demands

• Lift/Carry:
  • 0-10 pounds: Occasionally
  • 10-20 pounds: Never
  • 20-50 pounds: Never
  • 50-100 pounds: Never
  • 100+ pounds: Never
• Stand: Occasionally
• Walk: Frequently
• Sit: Frequently
• Squat/Kneel: Occasionally
• Bend: Occasionally
• Push/Pull:
  • 10-25 pounds: Occasionally
  • 25-50 pounds: Never
  • 50-100 pounds: Never
  • 100+ pounds: Never

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position accountabilities without compromising patient care or departmental efficiency. However, should it be determined that the employee cannot meet the position accountabilities with or without accommodation, it is the right of the employer to release the individual under Kansas “Employment at Will” doctrine.

Professional Requirements

• Adheres to policies, procedures, and always maintains confidentiality.
• Attends annual in-services and completes annual education in a timely manner.
• Represents the organization in a positive, professional manner on the job, electronically, and in the community.
• Complies with all hospital policies regarding ethical business practices; communicates the mission statement and core values of the organization both on and off the job.

Pay

$43.72 to $52.84 hourly

Schedule

Monday - Friday (PRN)