Occupational Therapist Days contract, $63.70/hr

Job Description

StaffFlex contract, 13 weeks
63.70/hr = differentials (where applicable)
4x10hr: Sun-Wed
Flexible start time

Evaluations

Evaluates patients, presenting or referred to occupational therapy, by completing initial evaluation within time standards per department protocol.
Applies appropriate diagnostic and prognostic testing for musculoskeletal, neurological and neuromuscular conditions.
Standardized testing will include special tests to determine level of disability and track outcomes over the patient care experience.

Treatment Plans

Develops treatment plans including specific goals and activities, reassessing and modifying plans as necessary based on patient's current level of function and makes appropriate disposition recommendations.
Utilizes a variety of sensorimotor, neuromuscular re-educational, recreational and social activities to foster patients' achievement of maximum independence in activities of daily living.

Therapeutic Interventions

Applies technical knowledge in rehabilitative activities tailored to patient's needs including, but not limited to: ADL training, home safety assessment and education, use of compensatory techniques and equipment, neuromuscular and sensory reeducation, gross and fine motor coordination, evaluation and training, energy conservation, functional mobility, positioning, splinting and hand therapy techniques.

Discharge Planning

Recognizes individual limitations and capabilities and utilizes available resources.
Evaluates patients' learning style and appropriately teaches patients skills and techniques required for participation in occupational therapy.

Communication

Consistently demonstrates flexibility as evidenced by floating to other areas, sites and is available to work flexible schedules including weekends, holidays and after hours.
Consults with other members of rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate activity and/or program for individual patients, based on patient needs and capabilities.
Communicates effectively to all patients, families, superiors, staff, physicians and other customers concerning physical medicine and rehabilitation services by direct verbal and/or written communication respecting confidentiality at all times.

Time Management and Productivity

Demonstrates effective time management and is proactive in prioritizing workload and meeting productivity requirements.

Documentation

Documents all patient care activities including evaluations, progress notes and detailed treatment records per standards of practice and regulatory/third party payer requirements.
Facilitates preparation of patient schedules, billing charges and other reports per medical records procedure through timely completion of documentation per policy.
On all documentation, utilizes descriptive, behavioral terms using correct grammar, organizationally approved abbreviations and medical terminology.
Documents ongoing status, interventions, patient response and outcomes to correctly capture billing charges.

Training and Development

Participates in personal, professional and program development by attending department in-services, meetings and by sharing professional expertise to enhance quality of professional services and staff development.
Assists in training occupational therapy and certified occupational therapist assistant students and other hospital personnel.
Acts as a resource for new staff members and co-workers by sharing information and providing education.

Quality Improvement

Participates in department and hospital quality improvement initiatives to improve patient satisfaction and outcomes.

Professional Ethics and Licensing

Adheres to professional code of ethics (AOTA) and to all accreditation and regulatory requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Computer skills required.
[Required]
Good communication skills required.
[Required]
Prominent leadership and organizational skills required.
[Required]

Education and Experience

Bachelor's [Required]
Master's [Preferred]
Doctorate [Preferred]
Field Of Study in occupational therapy
2+ clinical experience [Required]

Additional Information

N/A

Licenses And Certifications

Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
Occupational Therapist (OT) [Required]

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

$15.00 - $130.00

Background Screening Requirement

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.