Outpatient Pediatric Occupational Therapist

at  Franciscan Health

Franciscan Health Indianapolis Campus
8111 S Emerson Ave Indianapolis, Indiana 46237
WHAT WE NEEDCompassionate therapists ready to help restore independenceWHO WE ARE LOOKING FOROccupational therapists have the special training to evaluate patients and develop a plan to help build or restore vocational, homemaking, and daily living skills. It’s a job that requires a special touch and the ability to establish good patient relationships. When you can do all that in a place that values faith and compassion, you know you’re onto something special.Are you good at evaluating patient needs and developing appropriate therapy plans? Do you exercise safe judgment? Are you able to compassionately help others? We have a special place that needs your skills.WHAT YOU WILL DO
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Complete appropriate goal re-assessment and discharge planning.
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Provide occupational therapy according to standards of care defined by the state practice act and other professional and governing agencies.
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Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations, treatment and related follow-up services including discharge planning.
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Document and submit patient reports and charges within the established timeframe.
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Collaborate with patient and other healthcare personnel or outside agencies regarding coordination of care.
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Develop a treatment plan with measurable goals based on patient assessment.
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Provide occupational therapy, including selection and use of assistive equipment.
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Train and educate patients and family members or other support and document understanding of treatment plan and goals.

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