OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST II (PRN)

About the Role

Evaluate, plan, and implement Occupational Therapy treatment programs for referred patients. Follow hospital and department-approved policies related to documentation, attendance, and education. Show respect and courtesy to all staff, patients, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Evaluation:
  • Selects appropriate therapeutic assessment tools.
  • Completes a functional, comprehensive, and individualized assessment upon referral.
  • Develops individualized treatment programs consistent with patient diagnosis, status, and goals.
  • Establishes realistic and measurable goals in relation to the patient’s goals, diagnosis, prognosis, and learning ability of patient/caregiver, physical/mental status, and anticipated lifestyle.
  • Completes evaluations according to department policy.
  • Evaluates for, recommends/procures needed patient equipment, and follows up.
• Documentation:
  • Adheres to hospital/department policies.
  • Ensures documentation is timely and legible.
  • Complies with all pertinent regulatory standards.
  • Accurate and timely completion of charging documents.
• Treatment:
  • Implements the treatment plan in collaboration with the treatment team.
  • Reassesses objective findings, including pain, per department policy.
  • Delivers care in a professional and customer-oriented manner.
  • Adheres to department safety standards.
  • Develops appropriate treatment programs to progress toward goals and adjusts programs as needed.
  • Counsels patients and families regarding evaluation results, treatment plans/goals, proper ADL techniques, and home exercise.
  • Utilizes updated treatment techniques.
• Performance Improvement & Education:
  • Participates in the department’s performance improvement programs.
  • Serves on performance improvement committees as assigned.
  • Articulates outcomes and improvements.
  • Participates in educational in-services/opportunities to advance clinical knowledge/competencies.
  • Completes mandatory education per hospital/department requirements.
  • Actively participates in mentoring and orientation of fellow associates and students, as indicated.
• Department Operations:
  • Accepts at least one student per year according to departmental needs and demand.
  • Provides appropriate leadership and supervision of supportive/assistive staff.
  • Adheres to hospital initiatives.
  • Demonstrates time management skills and meets productivity standards.
  • Attends department meetings/in-services and demonstrates professional behavior.
  • Maintains a safe and clean environment, follows infection control guidelines.
  • Uses Hospital Information services appropriately.
  • Follows hospital and Human Resource policies.
  • Maintains adequate inventory of supplies.
  • Promotes a positive atmosphere.
• Population-Specific Considerations:
  • Considers special needs of various patient and caregiver populations in assessment, treatment, and program planning, modifying as needed.
  • Participates in departmental educational opportunities to increase population-specific skills.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA-approved curriculum is required.
• Experience: Prefer 1 year of experience; will consider new graduates.
• Required Skills and Knowledge:
  • Customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Licenses & Certifications:
  • Certification by the AOTA.
  • Licensure in the State of Ohio.
  • CPR certification.