Occupational Therapist

mclarenhlth; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Health Management Group in Michigan is seeking an Occupational Therapist who accurately assesses ADL/IADL deficits and develops patient-centered treatment plans using therapeutic interventions and environmental modifications to support engagement and participation.

The role requires graduation from an accredited OT program, current state licensure, and BLS certification, with NBCOT preferred. A valid driver's license and ability to collaborate with the care team are desirable.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program of occupational therapy.
• Current State Board of Occupational Therapy licensure.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient evaluations and establishes goals with patient.
• Develops an individualized plan of care and selects interventions.
• Continues reassessment of patient progress.
• Initiates and manages discharge planning from first visit.
• Supervises staff and students per policy and state laws.
• Completes legible documentation within required timeframes.

Skills

ADL/IADL assessment

Goal-oriented treatment planning

Patient-centered care

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapy program

State licensure in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Position Summary:

The occupational therapist accurately assesses and identifies deficits in a patient's ability to perform activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) relative to physical, cognitive, and/or psychological impairments.Develops an individualized treatment plan with patient-centered goals that will be accomplished by therapeutic interventions and the use of ADLs.This may include adaptation or modification of the environment or objects within the environment to facilitate engagement and participation.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1.Performs patient evaluations by establishing an occupational profile, analyzing occupational performance and collaborating with the patient to establish goals geared toward the experiences, values, priorities, and desired outcomes of the client. This process may also include performing relevant systems review and selecting and administering specific tests and measures to obtain data.

2.Establishes an individualized plan of care and selects therapeutic interventions that address the specific impairments identified in the evaluation and in accordance with physician orders.

3.Conducts ongoing reassessment of the patient and their response to treatment.

4.Initiates and manages the discharge plan beginning at the first visit and continuing throughout treatment.

5.Supervises and delegates to ancillary staff and students consistent with state laws and department policy.

6.Completes legible, accurate, and clear documentation within the established timeframe identified in the department policy and procedure and in accordance with accreditation requirements and insurance regulations.

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited program of occupational therapy.
• Current State Board of Occupational Therapy licensure.
• BLS certification.

Preferred:

• One year of occupational therapist experience.
• Registration through accrediting body National Board Certificate for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Position/Subsidiary Specific to McLaren Health Management Group:

• Valid driver's license, proof of valid auto insurance, and maintain a driving record in accordance with McLaren's corporate driving policy and eligibility guidelines.

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans