Occupational Therapist

Dignity Health; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 94,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hello Humankindness welcomes you to Siena Hospital, part of Dignity Health Nevada. The Occupational Therapist will assess diverse patients, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to maximize independence in daily activities.

Candidate should be organized, personable, and capable of handling a high patient volume, with required Nevada OT license and BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapist license for Nevada.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• Experience with hospital-based acute care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations/re-evaluations, discharge summaries progressing patients toward goals and accurately documents results written/electronically on inpatients/outpatients and home environment according to SRDH and occupational therapy practice standards.
• Performs appropriate treatment including modalities and therapeutic procedures to maximize functional skills toward independence with activities of daily living.
• Maintains a safe environment considering the patient's unique circumstances and risk factors.
• Uses office or Rehab equipment effectively & efficiently.
• Demonstrates critical thinking and problem solving.

Skills

Evaluation & Assessment

Team Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Nevada OT License

BLS Certification (AHA)

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain independence and quality of life so they can safely perform daily activities.

Every day you will assess diverse patients (orthopedic, neurological, sensory, cancer recovery, etc.), develop treatment plans, and conduct evaluations/re-evaluations. You will be expected to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, document thoroughly, and provide positive, motivating care to a high volume of patients. To be successful in this role, you must be flexible, adaptable, exceptionally organized, and a personable, motivating team player.

• Clinical/Technical Skills
• Performs evaluations/re-evaluations, discharge summaries progressing patients toward goals and accurately documents results written/electronically on inpatients/outpatients and home environment according to SRDH and occupational therapy practice standards.
• Performs appropriate treatment which may include, but not limited to proper use of modalities and therapeutic procedures to maximize functional skills toward independence with activities of daily living. Uses equipment specific to age and size of patient.
• Maintains a safe environment considering the patient's unique circumstances and risk factors related to age, physical limitations and mental status.
• Uses office or other Rehab equipment effectively & efficiently.
• Critical Thinking/Problem solving

Job Requirements

Required

• Occupational Therapist: Nevada
• BLS-American Heart Association

Preferred

• Completed post graduate education, orpossesses certification or CEU's in acute care, geriatrics, splinting, hand therapy, orthopaedics, pediatrics, NICU &neurology or any other clinically relevant coursework/seminars
• 1-3 years 1 year of hospital based, acute care practice

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness

Join Siena Hospital: Impacting Lives, Locally and Nationally

At Siena Hospital, you'll become an integral part of Dignity Health Nevada, the only not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare system in the region. For over 70 years, guided by the Adrian Dominican Sisters' inspiring vision, we have proudly delivered compassionate, high-quality care to the Henderson and Las Vegas communities, always prioritizing the needs of the underserved.

Our modern Siena Campus, a 326-bed acute care hospital, opened in 2000. It significantly expanded the vital services initially established by our Rose de Lima Campus, effectively meeting the evolving healthcare needs of our growing community.

Your impact, however, extends far beyond our local communities. We are also a proud member of CommonSpirit Health, a national leader operating over 2,200 care sites across 24 states. This vast network provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and making a profound difference on a grander scale, collectively impacting nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.

If you are driven by an unwavering commitment to social justice, passionate about achieving health equity for all, and eager to contribute your talents to new, innovative ways of delivering compassionate care within a deeply collaborative and supportive environment, then your search ends here. Welcome to Siena – and welcome to a career of meaningful impact.

Pay Range

$45.26 - $67.32 /hour