Occupational Therapist

Northwest Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Student Loan Repayment

Educational Support

Job summary

Northwest Healthcare in Tucson, AZ is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan, and administer therapeutic interventions to help patients perform daily living and work activities.

This role requires 0-2 years of clinical experience, hospital or rehab setting preferred, and state-registered OT with BLS. Full-time daytime schedule with comprehensive benefits including a $20K sign-on bonus and up to $10K student loan repayment.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist required
• Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred
• OT - Occupational Therapist – Registered issued by the state regulatory board required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and documents findings accurately and thoroughly.
• Develops individualized treatment plans that outline measurable goals and effective interventions, ensuring plans are well-documented and can be executed by other occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants.
• Provides safe and effective treatment interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and patient education, with appropriate documentation for each session.
• Regularly reassesses patient progress, updating treatment plans as needed, and communicates changes to the care team and referring physician.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals, to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a coordinated approach to care.
• Demonstrates competency in administering treatment to a wide range of patient populations, adjusting techniques and interventions to meet age-specific and condition-specific needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and staff, ensuring proper use and maintenance of all therapeutic equipment.
• Provides mentoring and orientation for new staff members and occupational therapy students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
• Ensures accurate and timely billing documentation that reflects services provided and complies with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

We are offering a $20K Sign On Bonus & $10K Student Loan Repayment

Why You’ll Love Working Here!

• My Health – Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Programs
• My Future – PTO and Sick Time, 401(k) with Employer Match, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• CHS Pathways - Student Loan Repayment, Educational Support, and Licensure and Certification Reimbursement, Opportunities for career advancement
• My Advantage - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life and Long-Term Care Insurance, Pet Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program, Reward and Recognition Programs and much more!
• Benefit eligible employees may qualify for up to $10,000 in Student Loan Repayment!
• $20,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' ability to perform daily living and work activities, as prescribed by a referring physician. This role involves establishing patient-centered treatment goals, reassessing progress regularly, and maintaining thorough documentation.

Schedule: Full-Time, Days

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist required
• Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• OT - Occupational Therapist – Registered issued by the state regulatory board required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Essential Functions

• Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and documents findings accurately and thoroughly.
• Develops individualized treatment plans that outline measurable goals and effective interventions, ensuring plans are well-documented and can be executed by other occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants.
• Provides safe and effective treatment interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and patient education, with appropriate documentation for each session.
• Regularly reassesses patient progress, updating treatment plans as needed, and communicates changes to the care team and referring physician.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals, to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a coordinated approach to care.
• Demonstrates competency in administering treatment to a wide range of patient populations, adjusting techniques and interventions to meet age-specific and condition-specific needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and staff, ensuring proper use and maintenance of all therapeutic equipment.
• Provides mentoring and orientation for new staff members and occupational therapy students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
• Ensures accurate and timely billing documentation that reflects services provided and complies with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.