Clinical OT Specialist Rehab Full Time Days

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical OT Specialist to join their dedicated team. This full-time role involves evaluating and treating patients with complex needs, developing tailored therapy programs, and collaborating with physicians to enhance patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and have at least three years of clinical experience. Join a supportive environment that values professional growth and interdisciplinary care, and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives through expert therapy services.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of clinical experience for independent patient treatment skills.
• Current license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients using standard occupational therapy procedures.
• Plans and executes occupational therapy programs for patients.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Description - Clinical OT Specialist Rehab Full Time Days (2506000854)

Job Summary

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, evaluates and treats patients using standard occupational therapy procedures. Responsible for treating complex and specialty cases at assigned sites.

Evaluates patients' motor and neurological capabilities and documents findings. Plans, organizes, and executes occupational therapy programs for patients.

Uses professional judgment to select treatment media, based on physicians' prescriptions. Implements programs to improve motor, sensory, cognitive, and interpersonal skills, promoting patient independence and productivity.

Collaborates with attending physicians to establish therapy goals aligned with diagnoses.

Prepares treatment plans and provides group or individual therapy using various occupational therapy modalities.

Documents treatments, evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries following departmental policies. Provides staff mentoring and develops educational in-services. Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings for patient treatment and program development.

May oversee, instruct, and evaluate occupational therapy assistants, aides, students, and volunteers. Co-signs notes written by them.

Maintains professional expertise through workshops, lectures, and conferences. Assists in implementing programs fostering interdisciplinary care and service line development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• At least three years of clinical experience for independent patient treatment skills.
• Current license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in Michigan.
• Initial certification from the NBCOT.
• Minimum of 60 points on professional growth and development criteria.

Employment practices are non-discriminatory and do not consider race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or other protected statuses.

Upon receiving a conditional offer, applicants will undergo a criminal background check.

Tenet participates in E-Verify and WOTC programs. More information can be found at:

• E-Verify
• WOTC