The Occupational Therapist evaluates and administers treatment programs for patients in an acute rehab setting to address physical, cognitive, and psycho-social dysfunctions. Responsibilities include establishing goals, performing therapeutic exercises, and facilitating patient re-engagement in daily living skills.
Requirements summary
A Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and a state license are required, with a Master's degree and clinical experience preferred. Candidates must hold CPR certification and be physically capable of lifting and moving patients up to 300 lbs.
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The Acute Rehab Occupational Therapist evaluates plans and administers occupational therapy treatment programs for referred patients, in the acute rehab setting.
Occupational Therapist shall provide rehabilitation services to patients/clients, upon physician consult or referral, who have sustained occupational impairments, limitations and disabilities, as a result of physical, cognitive or psycho-social dysfunction.
Occupational therapists also provide interventions which emphasize emotional wellness, health promotion, client safety and facilitate client re-engagement of ADL/IADL skills.
The Occupational Therapist shall work within the practice guidelines as defined by Pennsylvania state law.
Patient responsibilities include care provision for the patients below.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs occupational therapy examination in a technically competent manner that minimizes risk to the patient, self and others by selecting reliable and valid examination methods that are relevant to the chief complaint and history of the patient.
Establishes realistic, attainable short-term and long-term goals with each patient.
Performs therapeutic exercises effectively and appropriately.
Implements, and revises as necessary, effective progressive treatment programs taking evaluative findings into consideration.
Administers therapeutic modalities and programs appropriately and effectively, including hot/cold pack, ultrasound, massage, electrical stimulation, whirlpool and wound care.
Fits assistive, prosthetic and orthotic devices and provides appropriate training.
Performs appropriate discharge planning, instructs patients and family member(s) in home programs.
Documents accurately, in a timely manner, including initial evaluation, progress notes and discharge summaries.
Adheres to the Standards of Practice and institutional policy and procedures that govern the conduct of professional activities and are consistent with the American Occupational Therapy Associations’ (AOTA) positions, standards, guidelines, policies, procedures, and Code of Ethics.
Integrates AOTA documents, legislation, legal, and regulatory issues into practice.
Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment and knowledge of growth and development appropriate to the age of the patient treated (neonate, pediatric, adolescent or geriatric).
May supervise OT and COTA students and observers as assigned.
Assists in developing and implementing department programs.
Accurately bills patient’s accounts for services rendered.
Provides in-services to OT department staff and others.
Presents periodic lectures to community agencies/industries.
Participates in QA data collection/planning.
Accepts responsibility of scheduling patients Cleans and does minor repairs to equipment.
Orders supplies for daily operations..
Attends continuing education seminars in and outside of the hospital setting to keep current on newest techniques and technology.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to sit for up to ninety minutes at a time.
Be able to tolerate standing for thirty to forty-five minutes consecutively.
Must be able to use hands/fingers to manipulate dials on machines.
Must have the ability to lift/move patients up to 300 lbs., push/pull patients weighing up to 300 lbs.
Must have the ability to frequently stoop/bend, squat, crouch, kneel and reach above shoulder level.
Must be capable of tactile sensation as it relates to feeling for muscle spasms, texture and skin temperature.
Must have the ability to hear as it relates to normal conversation and ability to hear call bells.
Must be capable of seeing as it relates to general vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
Master’s Degree preferred.
Occupational Therapist License in the state as determined by the job location.
CPR Certification required.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Previous experience in a clinical setting preferred.
LOCATIONS: Provide direct patient care between our Sacred Heart and Bethlehem Campuses.
Required to work one weekend day a month.
Ideally looking for availability during the week.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.
Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.
Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.
It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.
Thank you for your interest in St.
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