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We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess, plan, and implement rehabilitative programs aimed at restoring or improving patients' daily living activities, mobility, cognitive functions, strength, coordination, and range of motion after injury or illness. You will deliver services across various settings with a focus on quality, cost-effectiveness, and patient-centered care, while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
Core Responsibilities:
Patient Assessment
Collaborate with physicians to establish and evaluate treatment programs, care plans, goals, and discharge plans tailored to patients' occupational therapy needs.
Develop care plans in partnership with patients and their families.
Create realistic discharge plans that reflect the goals of patients and family members.
Treatment Planning and Care Provision
Implement occupational therapy treatment plans.
Select appropriate activities to help patients achieve their goals.
Revise goals and care plans based on patient and family input.
Provide ongoing education and training for patients and families.
Offer discharge instructions and referrals to community resources as needed.
Serve as a resource for staff, families, and physicians regarding rehabilitation services and equipment.
Documentation
Document evaluations and care plans in accordance with departmental guidelines.
Maintain records of each treatment session per departmental protocols.
Complete required documentation, including family education and discharge instructions, following facility guidelines.
General Requirements
Adhere to ethical business practices and maintain integrity in all interactions.
Embrace diversity and foster collaboration within the team.
Ensure patient confidentiality and maintain punctuality in line with system policies.
Comply with the departmental dress code, including displaying an ID badge appropriately.
Communicate effectively with team members both verbally and in writing.
Attend staff meetings, required training, and process improvement activities as requested.
Organize workload to meet responsibilities efficiently and safely.
Observe infection prevention protocols.
Customer Service
Lead in innovation, technology, and customer service within the industry.
Make a positive impact on the lives of employees and patients.
Apply AIDET principles consistently in patient interactions.
Promote a supportive environment for both coworkers and patients, fostering teamwork and respect.
Implement service recovery principles as needed.
Professional Development
Engage in professional development and mandatory education activities.
Complete core and annual competencies within established timelines.
Fulfill educational requirements to maintain licensure.
Participate in the orientation and training of new employees.
Comply with all mandatory hospital/system requirements.
Required Minimum Education:
Master's or Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Occupational Therapist licensure (required upon hire).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or Instructor certification.
