Inpatient Occupational Therapist - Per Diem, Impact Care

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Winchester (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist (Inpatient) for Winchester Hospital on a part‑time/per diem basis. The role focuses on designing and implementing individualized OT programs to improve function and reduce pain in acutely ill patients.

Required are a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and MA licensure, with acute care experience. This position emphasizes teamwork within a multidisciplinary care environment and active discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy (required).
• Massachusetts OT license (required).
• Acute care experience (required).

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents an initial examination to identify problems and plan treatment.
• Plans and carries out individually designed treatment plans to improve or restore function and alleviate pain.
• Re-evaluates treatment effectiveness and adjusts interventions for maximum benefit.
• Communicates with patients and medical practitioners regarding outcomes and expectations.
• Records prognosis, treatment, response and progress in EMR and provides discharge reports.
• Collaborates with physicians, allied health professionals, nursing and case managers and families.
• Participates in discharge planning to optimize long‑term outcomes.
• Engages in community activities to raise awareness of Winchester Hospital services.
• Transfers patient with appropriate assistive device to minimize risk.
• Responds to supply/equipment issues to ensure availability.

Skills

Acute care experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist (Inpatient) for Winchester Hospital on a part‑time/per diem basis. The role focuses on designing and implementing individualized OT programs to improve function and reduce pain in acutely ill patients.

Required are a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and MA licensure, with acute care experience. This position emphasizes teamwork within a multidisciplinary care environment and active discharge planning.