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Occupational Therapist, PRN at Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Occupational Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Patient Education, Clinical Instruction, Documentation, Discharge Planning, BLS

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
Job Summary: A licensed occupational therapist employed by Erlanger Health System, is responsible for direct and indirect care in the rehabilitation of the patient. Education: Required: Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy Preferred: N/A Experience: Required: Knowledge of general occupational therapy principles and practical skills Preferred: N/A Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Tennessee licensure and registration in Occupational Therapy and BLS completed prior to going to the unit/ department and maintained going forward. Preferred: N/A Department Position Summary: Provides Occupational Therapy evaluations. Develops an individual plan of treatment for each patient. Provides age-appropriate treatment. Participates in team meetings and discharge planning. Educates patients and their families in the patient's treatment program. Directs Occupational Therapy Assistants in patient treatments. Maintains accurate documentation. Serves as clinical instructor for OT and COTA students. Participates in continuing education programs. Participates in community education. Participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement efforts of the department and the Medical Center. Maintains standards as set down by the America Occupational Therapy Association regarding treatment procedures and professional ethics.
Responsibilities
Responsible for providing occupational therapy evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans for patients. The role involves educating families, directing assistants, and participating in quality improvement efforts.