Outpatient Occupational Therapist – St. Rita's Medical Center

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• 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
• Functions: Review physician referrals and patient medical history to determine therapy needs. Conduct and document patient evaluations, re-evaluations, and treatment plans according to department protocols. Administer prescribed occupational therapy treatments and create custom equipment for individual needs. Develop programs focusing on functional skills, vocational training, daily activities, and motor skills. Monitor progress and adjust treatment goals and plans as necessary, participating in patient care conferences. Educate patients and families on at-home treatment procedures. 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.
• 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.