Occupational Therapist

Trinity Health; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne in Iowa is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist with a focus on hand therapy to evaluate and treat patients under physician orders. The role requires completing evaluations and implementing treatment plans to maximize patient functioning as prescribed.

The position requires licensure as an Occupational Therapist in Iowa, with potential temporary licensure options during exam wait times; other prerequisites include BLS, FIM, and a valid IA driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy; Master’s degree preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Iowa (if waiting for exam, may practice with Temporary License under supervision)
• Mandatory Reporter
• BLS
• FIM
• Valid IA driver’s license and acceptable MVR (required for Outpt Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and 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.
• Provides age-appropriate care based on patient needs.
• Adheres to safety, infection control and colleague health policies.

Skills

Hand Therapy experience

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.