Occupational Therapist

Trinity Health; Kimball (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne is seeking a Hand Therapy OT for full-time day shift. The role provides occupational therapy evaluations and treatments to maximize functioning as prescribed by physicians, following MercyOne mission and values.

Essential duties include administering treatment techniques, patient assessments, and developing treatment plans, along with supervising staff and students. Minimum qualifications include an OT degree, Iowa licensure, and mandatory reporting with BLS and FIM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Iowa; holds or may obtain license for practice.
• Mandatory Reporter
• BLS
• FIM
• Valid IA driver’s license and acceptable MVR (for Outpt/OT/Contract Therapy)

Responsibilities

• Administers treatment techniques competently.
• Conducts patient assessment.
• Develops treatment plans for patients.
• Communicates relevant patient information.
• Provides education to patients and families.
• Supervises and delegates duties to support personnel.
• Supervises students and volunteers.
• Age-appropriate care per unit and safety policies.

Skills

Treatment techniques

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Communication of patient information

Education to patients and families

Supervision of staff and students

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Required: 1 year of experience in Hand Therapy

Position Purpose:
Provides occupational therapy evaluations and treatments to patients to facilitate and maximize
functioning level as prescribed by physician. Adheres to MercyOne’s performance expectations and
performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of
MercyOne.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Administers treatment techniques competently.
• Conducts patient assessment.
• Develops treatment plans for patients.
• Communicates relevant patient information.
• Provides education to patients and families.
• Supervises and delegates duties to support personnel.
• Supervises students and volunteers.
• Based on principles of growth and development, provides care appropriate to the age related needs of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.
• Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, Master’s preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Iowa (if waiting to take the examination for the first time, may practice with a Temporary License under the supervision of an Iowalicensed OT for a period not to exceed 6 months from the date the application was received in the board office for licensure by examination).
• Mandatory Reporter
• BLS
• FIM
• Valid IA driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) (required for Outpt Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Contract Therapy)

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.