The Occupational Therapist assesses patients, develops and administers treatment plans based on physician referrals for various settings, and documents progress, focusing on enhancing patients' ability to perform daily tasks related to work and life. They are also responsible for instructing patients/families, managing patient cases, and potentially precepting students or directing support staff.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Licensed Occupational Therapist certification in the state of practice or meet traineeship qualifications, with a preference for 2 years of experience in an equivalent setting. Required abilities include applying age-specific standards, demonstrating general computer skills, and possessing strong analytical and interpersonal skills for effective patient and team interaction.
Case ManagementPatient AssessmentTreatment PlanningEquipment DesignCritical ThinkingProductivity ManagementActivities Of Daily LivingDischarge PlanningOccupational TherapyPreceptingPelvic HealthPre-vocational SkillsMedically Prescribed TreatmentsVocational SkillsFunctional Skills TrainingSensory Motor Activities
Job description
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Work
Shift: Days (United States of America) Mercy Health Intro paragraph As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Job
Summary: The Occupational Therapist plays a crucial role in enhancing patients' ability to perform daily tasks related to work and life. They conduct assessments, devise treatment plans based on physician referrals, and document patient progress. This encompasses outpatient, inpatient, pediatric, and off-site settings. Essential Job Functions Reviews physician referral, patient’s condition and medical history to determine occupational therapy treatment needs. Performs and documents patient evaluation, re-evaluation and develops treatment and discharge plans per department policies and procedures/protocols Plans and administers medically prescribed occupational therapy treatments to patients. Designs and constructs special equipment for adaptation of individual’s work and living environment. Plans programs involving activities, practice in functional, pre-vocational, vocational, homemaking skills, activities of daily living and sensory motor activities. Reviews progress and modifies treatment goals and plan of care as appropriate. May be involved with patient care conferences as appropriate. Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home. Responsible for overall management of patient cases including communication and coordination of care with treatment team. Precepts in the direction and evaluation of clinical experience / internship of students from participating colleges or universities. Orients, instructs and directs the work activities of assistants, aides, students and volunteers. Maintains set level of productivity without jeopardizing quality. Delivers efficient and effective care to patients meeting and exceeding department standards. Attends and participates in scheduled meetings and in-services and provides in-services to appropriate staff to maintain competency and ongoing education. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
HSA/FSA Options
Prescription Coverage
Discounts
Mental Health Resources
Professional Development Support
Continuing Education Support
FMLA Leave
Backup Care For Children And Elders
Required
Licensing &
Certifications: Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of current practice or meet all qualifications for traineeship or temporary license in the state of current practice (required) BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for
BSMH, required at hire for
RSFH)
Experience: 2 years of experience in equivalent setting (preferred)
Skills &
Abilities: Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management. Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress. Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families. Requires the ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals. Demonstrates critical thinking skills. Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What We Offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department
Physical Therapy - St. Rita's - PMR OP Pelvic Floor Center It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com. We believe your best is yet to come. At Mercy Health, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.
