Occupational Therapist - Lymphedema Specialist at Norman Regional Health System

Norman, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Feb, 26

Salary

55.31

Posted On

29 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Occupational Therapy, Patient Assessment, Therapeutic Interventions, Documentation, Patient Education, Supervision, Community Education, Clinical Instruction, Patient Care Planning, In-Service Training

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Departmental Overview Compensation/ Benefits $33.87-$55.31/hr depending on previous work experience. Evening differential $2.50/hr. Night differential $3.00/hr. Weekend differential $3.00/hr. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off (PTO), short and long term disability, life insurance,paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, retirement plans, free parking, and opportunities for advancement. Norman Regional Hospital Intermediate Care (IMC) cares for a wide variety of critical patients with complex medical conditions. NRHS IMC team is the step down unit and dedicated stroke unit providing award winning advanced stroke care. Job Summary Job Summary Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition and establishes a plan of care. Provides therapeutic interventions appropriate to the age and disability of the patient. Documents delivery of Occupational Therapy services. Educates patients, family, caregivers, significant others, and staff members. Directs and supervises activities of Occupational Therapy Assistants, students, and support personnel. Promotes physical rehabilitation services through community/system based education activities, marketing opportunities, and support groups. Accepts the role of a Clinical Instructor to supervise/educate students from accredited occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant programs. Participates in planning for the provision of patient care services. Provides staff in-service upon returning from continuing education or professional conferences. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree of Science in Occupational Therapy. Licensure/Certification/Registration/ETC. Licensed as an Occupational Therapist by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Examiners or a graduate OT eligible for Oklahoma licensure/temporary license. Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re-training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained thru re-training for duration of employment. Work Shift Day Position Type Regular Full Time

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist performs initial and ongoing assessments of patients and establishes a plan of care. They provide therapeutic interventions and educate patients and their families while supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants and students.