Occupational Therapist

Cleveland Clinic; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to support adult/geriatric patients post-surgery and other acute conditions. The role involves floating between Martin North, Martin South, and Tradition Hospitals, delivering OT services, assessing function, and developing treatment plans. PRN hours apply with potential to move to part-time or full-time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s and/or Doctoral Degree from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
• Occupational Therapy (OT) license in the State of Florida
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Internship experience

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services such as P/ROM, joint mobilization, massage, myofascial release, desensitization techniques, dressing changes and job simulation to clients with upper extremity injuries, disease or disability.
• Provide evaluation for clients not limited to joint assessment, musculoskeletal functions, sensorimotor skills, functional and work abilities.
• Develop a treatment plan based on data collected as well as implement, monitor and modify the plan to achieve goals.
• Utilize thermal and electrical physical agent modalities not limited to providing hot/cold packs, fluid therapy, paraffin/contrast baths, ultrasound, phonophoresis, TENS, NMES, HVPGS, iontophoresis and biofeedback.
• Fabricate custom splints, select/order adaptive devices/equipment and train client in use.
• Communicate effectively with physician, rehab nurse, case manager, employer and family members regarding clients condition to ensure consistent quality occupational therapy services.
• Provide a written status report to referring physician each time a client is to see their physician and to other appropriate parties when there is a workman's comp case.
• Assist with Industrial Service Department clients.

Skills

ADL training

Upper body strength

Fine motor coordination

Gross motor coordination

Communication with patients/families

Education

OT degree (Bachelor/Master/Doctoral)

Job description

Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital is a fully integrated medical campus that includes diagnostic centers, outpatient surgery and a 24-hour emergency department located in the state-of-the-art hospital. Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital is part of the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, a nonprofit, multispecialty, academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education.
Occupational Therapists help patients regain their health and independence by focusing on upper body strength, fine and gross motor coordination and activities of daily living (ADLs) like dressing, eating and bathing. They also provide education and support for patients and their families, including home safety recommendations. In this role, you will be a part of the Rehab Team at Martin North Hospital but also float to Martin South and Tradition, as needed. Martin North patients are most often adult/geriatric and are post
cardiac surgery or other standard acute patients. Your efforts support the patients receiving the therapy needed to heal and recover for improved quality of life.
PRN therapists may transition to benefitted part-time or full-time positions as they become available. Once in those positions, there are paths toward clinical leadership or specialization. We have many education opportunities offered for professional and career development - both hard and soft skills. We also offer mentorship through our preceptors as well as the Cleveland Clinic mentorship program.
A PRN caregiver in this position works Monday-Friday, as needed, from 8:00AM – 4:30PM. Start/end times may vary. It is required to work at least 4 weekend days in an 8-week schedule period, 1 premium holiday and 2 non-premium holidays.
Floating between Martin North, Martin South and Tradition Hospitals is required, as needed.A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Provide occupational therapy services such as P/ROM, joint mobilization, massage, myofascial release, desensitization techniques, dressing changes and job simulation to clients with upper extremity injuries, disease or disability.
• Provide evaluation for clients not limited to joint assessment, musculoskeletal functions, sensorimotor skills, functional and work abilities.
• Develop a treatment plan based on data collected as well as implement, monitor and modify the plan to achieve goals.
• Utilize thermal and electrical physical agent modalities not limited to providing hot/cold packs, fluid therapy, paraffin/contrast baths, ultrasound, phonophoresis, TENS, NMES, HVPGS, iontophoresis and biofeedback.
• Fabricate custom splints, select/order adaptive devices/equipment and train client in use.
• Communicate effectively with physician, rehab nurse, case manager, employer and family members regarding client's condition to ensure consistent quality occupational therapy services.
• Provide a written status report to referring physician each time a client is to see their physician and to other appropriate parties when there is a workman's comp case.
• Assist with Industrial Service Department clients.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s and/or Doctoral Degree from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy
• Occupational Therapy (OT) license in the State of Florida
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
• Internship experience

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Previous experience in an acute care setting

Physical Requirements:

• Work is medium/frequent, lifting and carrying equipment, supplies and materials up to 50 pounds without help of mechanical devices or other personnel.
• Stooping, pushing, reaching and pulling when moving patients or equipment into position for treatment.
• The occupant of this position spends 98% his/her time in air-conditioned areas, the remainder in outside areas.
• The potential for exposure to blood and blood-borne pathogens is present while completing clinical duties.
• This position requires reasoning, mathematical and English language skills.
• Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests.
• Ability to resolve conflicts among staff and to work collaboratively.
• Needs minimal sustained direction in assessing needs and carrying out departmental and professional responsibilities.
• Self-starting and self-motivating; working hours may exceed eight hours per day and is based on what is needed to accomplish work.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

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