Occupational Therapist

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the IRF Therapy team at Muhlenberg in Bethlehem. You will evaluate patients, develop and implement OT plans of care to restore function and independence, and collaborate with patients and families to maximize outcomes.

Responsibilities include skilled therapy techniques, progress communication with the care team, and documentation in accordance with policy.

Qualifications

• Must have OT degree and PA OT license.
• Ability to travel to patient care assignments - Home Care only.
• Strong clinical reasoning and communication with families.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan OT programs to restore function.
• Implement individualized OT plans with exercises and ADL training.
• Document care and communicate progress to team.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Exercise therapy

Mobility training

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

OT License - State of Pennsylvania

Job description

Full-TimeDay ShiftDepartmentIRF Therapy - MuhlShift DetailsDay Shift, Monday through Friday 7AM - 330PM, 2 weekend days per monthJob IDwd-JR140166PostedAugust 26, 2026Occupational TherapistJoin a team that delivers excellence.Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.SummaryEvaluates, plans, directs, and administers programs of Occupational Therapy (OT) and plans and conducts OT programs to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence. Provides assessment of the patient condition based on diagnosis from the referring physician. Develops and updates an appropriate plan of care in collaboration with patient and family to assist in returning them to a maximum level of function. Facilitates participation in everyday living. Improves and facilitates quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands on care, and patient education. Helps people regain or maintain their independence and lead active lives.Job DutiesEstablishes and implements appropriate occupational therapy plans of care to restore function prevent disability and help patients reach their maximum performance level.Implements an individualized treatment plan through the use of skilled evidence based therapy techniques such as therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, splinting/DME, and modalities.Provides occupational therapy treatment consistent with the patient's needs assessment.Performs reassessment when indicated and modifies Occupational Therapy plans accordingly.Communicates patient progress and physical limitations to a supervisor, physician, and other team members.Implements an occupational therapy plan of care to individuals based on age specific and population specific needs utilizing a developmental and patient family directed approach.Provides supervision in accordance with regulatory requirements, as appropriate.Establishes an Occupational Therapy treatment plan with measurable goals and time frames.Provides cost effective care in accordance with departmental billing guidelines.Completes and submits all documentation based on policies/standards and regulatory requirements.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s Degree Occupational TherapyLess than 1 year Successfully completed clinical experiences as required by the school program.Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning in synthesizing data gathered in the evaluation and identifying treatment diagnoses.Knowledge of occupational therapy techniques.Must be able to communicate with patients, family, and co-workers in a friendly, supportive manner.Must be able to provide safe, compassionate, and competent occupational therapy treatments.Ability to travel to patient care assignments - Home Care onlyAmerican Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon HireOT - Licensed Occupational Therapist - State of Pennsylvania Upon HirePreferred QualificationsMaster’s Degree Occupational Therapy orDoctorate Occupational Therapy1 year Clinical experience for Home CarePhysical DemandsLift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUYLehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes..LocationLehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg2545 Schoenersville Rd, 18017-7326, Bethlehem, United States (Map)