Acute Care Occupational Therapist (Per Diem)

St. Luke's University Health Network; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist at St. Luke’s University Health Network evaluates plans and administers occupational therapy treatment programs for referred patients in the acute care setting.

The role covers pediatric to geriatric populations and involves rehab services, physician/clinical coordination and documentation under state licensure guidelines. Essential functions include exams, goal setting, therapeutic exercises, discharge planning, and timely documentation in line with AOTA standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Licensure as an Occupational Therapist in NJ or PA, based on work location.
• CPR Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates plans and administers OT treatment programs for referred patients in acute care.
• Provides rehabilitation services to patients across pediatric to geriatric populations.
• Documents initial evaluation, progress notes and discharge summaries; participates in interdisciplinary rounds.

Skills

Occupational therapy

Rehabilitation planning

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient care

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

The Occupational Therapist at St. Luke’s University Health Network evaluates plans and administers occupational therapy treatment programs for referred patients in the acute care setting.

The role covers pediatric to geriatric populations and involves rehab services, physician/clinical coordination and documentation under state licensure guidelines. Essential functions include exams, goal setting, therapeutic exercises, discharge planning, and timely documentation in line with AOTA standards.