Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

About the role

We are looking for a PRN OT to help cover our weekend inpatient therapy needs on the MCH Medical Surgical Unit. This unit serves adult and geriatric patients who are admitted to Observation, Inpatient Acute or Swing/SNF status. The weekend occupational therapist works autonomously to complete OT evaluations and treatments as well as collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to advocate for patient’s needs and plan for safe discharge. This is a per diem position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments to evaluate patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities, as well as their functional limitations.
• Collaborate with patients, their families, and the healthcare team to set realistic goals and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions to address patients' impairments, promote functional independence, and enhance their overall well-being.
• Utilize therapeutic modalities, exercises, adaptive equipment, and assistive technology to improve patients' mobility, dexterity, strength, coordination, and cognitive skills.
• Offer guidance and training to patients and their families on compensatory strategies, energy conservation, and home modifications to support independent living.
• Monitor patients' progress, track outcomes, and modify treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal results.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of evaluations, treatment sessions, progress reports, and discharge summaries.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, physical therapists, and social workers, to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care.
• Stay current with the latest research, advancements, and best practices in occupational therapy to provide the highest quality care