Occupational Therapist
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Job Location:
New London, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Summary (List Format) Occupational Therapist
- Evaluate plan direct and administer Occupational Therapy treatments as prescribed by a licensed physician.
- Provide all aspects of patient care with a focus on patient safety and reducing medical errors.
- Deliver Occupational Therapy evaluations and treatments especially in outpatient rehabilitation settings.
- Apply best practices and latest evidence for common upper quadrant pathologies (degenerative conditions neurologic impairments orthopedics post-op care).
- Proficient in treatment techniques such as manual therapy neuro-rehab exercise modalities and functional activities.
- Administer treatments to restore function and prevent disability after injury disease or physical disability.
- Help patients reach maximum performance and function within their capabilities.
- Observe evaluate and adjust treatments recommending changes to physicians as needed.
- Perform appropriate patient evaluations assessments and reassessments across all age groups.
- Assess and address patient pain impacting rehabilitation communicating with physicians as needed.
- Develop and implement patient/family teaching plans; evaluate learning effectiveness.
- Treat patients and families with respect addressing psychosocial cultural and spiritual needs.
- Operate and manage equipment safely; maintain department cleanliness and safety.
- Involve patients and families in care planning; communicate professionally with all parties.
- Coordinate and direct patient care in adherence to hospital policy.
- Collaborate with other departments for patient care and performance improvement.
- Supervise Occupational Therapy assistants aides students and applicants.
- Maintain accurate departmental records and clinical documentation.
- Assist with staff orientation and in-service training.
- Participate in educational and guidance programs.
- Utilize approved abbreviations in documentation.
- Ensure timely and accurate entry of patient charges.
Requirements:
- BLS (AHA) certification (required)
- Licensed Occupational Therapist with New Hampshire eligibility (required)
- Graduate from accredited Occupational Therapy program (required)
- Outpatient Occupational Therapy experience (strongly preferred)
- Evaluate plan direct and administer Occupational Therapy treatments as prescribed by a licensed physician.
- Provide all aspects of patient care with a focus on patient safety and reducing medical errors.
- Deliver Occupational Therapy evaluations and treatments especially in outpatient rehabilitation settings.
- Apply best practices and latest evidence for common upper quadrant pathologies (degenerative conditions neurologic impairments orthopedics post-op care).
- Proficient in treatment techniques such as manual therapy neuro-rehab exercise modalities and functional activities.
- Administer treatments to restore function and prevent disability after injury disease or physical disability.
- Help patients reach maximum performance and function within their capabilities.
- Observe evaluate and adjust treatments recommending changes to physicians as needed.
- Perform appropriate patient evaluations assessments and reassessments across all age groups.
- Assess and address patient pain impacting rehabilitation communicating with physicians as needed.
- Develop and implement patient/family teaching plans; evaluate learning effectiveness.
- Treat patients and families with respect addressing psychosocial cultural and spiritual needs.
- Operate and manage equipment safely; maintain department cleanliness and safety.
- Involve patients and families in care planning; communicate professionally with all parties.
- Coordinate and direct patient care in adherence to hospital policy.
- Collaborate with other departments for patient care and performance improvement.
- Supervise Occupational Therapy assistants aides students and applicants.
- Maintain accurate departmental records and clinical documentation.
- Assist with staff orientation and in-service training.
- Participate in educational and guidance programs.
- Utilize approved abbreviations in documentation.
- Ensure timely and accurate entry of patient charges.
Requirements:
- BLS (AHA) certification (required)
- Licensed Occupational Therapist with New Hampshire eligibility (required)
- Graduate from accredited Occupational Therapy program (required)
- Outpatient Occupational Therapy experience (strongly preferred)
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
