Occupational Therapist
Facility Name: Highpoint Health Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas Acute Rehabilitation
Schedule: PRN As Needed
Your experience matters
Highpoint Health Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas formerlySumner Regional Medical Center is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Medical Technologist joining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve
More about our team
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do.
How youll contribute
AnOccupational Therapistwho excels in this role:
Assumes responsibility and accountability as indicated for the care of those patients being treated by Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants rehabilitation technicians and occupational therapy students. May be assigned to orient staff and students and assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that individual as qualified to do so.
Assesses patients needs; identifies and initiates appropriate occupational therapy interventions; works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional occupational therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.
Observes and evaluates treatment affect accomplishment of short- and long-term goals. Recommends change to physician if needed.
Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments as per policy. Performs accurate and timely QI scoring. The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services.
Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate interventions to reduce pain; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
What were looking for
Applicants should have a Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy. Additional requirements include:
Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in Tennessee
Previous experience in all aspects of occupational therapy preferred but not required
Effective oral and written communication skills in English with additional languages preferred
Current CPR/BLS certification
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