Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Therapist at Community Health System

Palmer, Alaska, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Occupational therapy evaluations, Treatment planning, Therapeutic interventions, Patient education, Adaptive equipment training, Interdisciplinary collaboration, Electronic medical records, Cerner, Documentation, Time management, Mentoring, Basic Life Support, Patient assessment, Rehabilitation, Clinical practice

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Occupational Therapist Position Type: Full Time Shift: Mon to Fri with rotating weekend. (5-8's or 4-10's) EMR: Cerner Benefits: * Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) * 401(k) with matching * Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000 * Educational Assistance * Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. * Paid Time Off Available Job Summary The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' ability to perform daily living and work activities, as prescribed by a referring physician. This role involves establishing patient-centered treatment goals, reassessing progress regularly, and maintaining thorough documentation. Essential Functions * Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and documents findings accurately and thoroughly. * Develops individualized treatment plans that outline measurable goals and effective interventions, ensuring plans are well-documented and can be executed by other occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants. * Provides safe and effective treatment interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and patient education, with appropriate documentation for each session. * Regularly reassesses patient progress, updating treatment plans as needed, and communicates changes to the care team and referring physician. * Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals, to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a coordinated approach to care. * Demonstrates competency in administering treatment to a wide range of patient populations, adjusting techniques and interventions to meet age-specific and condition-specific needs. * Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and staff, ensuring proper use and maintenance of all therapeutic equipment. * Provides mentoring and orientation for new staff members and occupational therapy students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices. * Ensures accurate and timely billing documentation that reflects services provided and complies with organizational and regulatory standards. * Performs other duties as assigned. * Maintains regular and reliable attendance. * Complies with all policies and standards. Qualifications * 1-3 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist required * Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles, practices, and evidence-based interventions. * Proficiency in conducting evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans. * Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members. * Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and maximize productivity. * Ability to mentor and train students or new staff members in occupational therapy practices. * Commitment to maintaining patient privacy and adhering to all ethical and regulatory standards. * Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting. Licenses and Certifications * OT - Occupational Therapist – Registered issued by the state regulatory board required * BCLS - Basic Life Support required INDRESPTHER

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Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' daily living and work activities. This role involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to establish treatment goals and maintaining thorough documentation in the EMR system.