Occupational Therapist

Franciscan-Healthcare; West Point (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Franciscan Healthcare is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver an individualized program of OT, including assessment, treatment planning, implementation, education, and communication. Services cover pediatrics, lymphedema, and outpatient, inpatient, nursing home, home health, and local schools.

Hours are as needed (PRN). The role requires Nebraska OT licensure, CLT or willingness to obtain, and proficiency with EMR systems such as Cerner, OptimisPT, NetHealth, and Matrix Care.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited School of Occupational Therapy.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in Nebraska.
• Certified lymphedema therapist (CLT), or willingness to obtain.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Knowledgeable of EMR systems (Cerner, OptimisPT, NetHealth and Matrix Care).

Responsibilities

• Plan, refer, screen, evaluate, carry out, and discharge patient’s treatment program.
• Communicate treatment plan, education, and discharge goals to patients.
• Provide quality services to all patients treated.
• Complete documentation within the EMR for performed treatments.

Skills

Critical thinking

Confidentiality

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

OT degree from accredited school

Nebraska OT licensure

CLT certification or willingness

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Cerner EMR

OptimisPT

NetHealth

Matrix Care

Job description

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Occupational Therapist

Casual-PRN West Point, NE, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1270

Franciscan Healthcare is looking for an Occupational Therapist to carry out an individualized program of occupational therapy including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals. This position will provide services in the following settings: Primarily pediatrics and lymphadema in addition to outpatient, inpatient, nursing home, home health and local schools.

Hours: As needed, hours vary

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, refer, screen, evaluate, carry out, and discharge patient’s treatment program in coordination with other medical professional involved in the patients care.
• Offer effective communication to patients regarding treatment plan, education on condition, necessary precautions and discharge goals.
• Provide quality services to all patient we treat.
• Complete documentation within the respective EMR based on the entity which treatment was performed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience

• Graduated from an accredited School of Occupational Therapy
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in Nebraska
• Certified lymphedema therapist (CLT), or willingness to obtain
• Valid driver’s license
• Knowledgeable of EMR systems (Cerner, OptimisPT, NetHealth and Matrix Care). If previously experience is not had, capable of learning functions within each system

Other Competencies

• Ability to use critical thinking skills to organize workload according to priorities and assess situations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Ability to record information accurately and follow instructions precisely
• Interpersonal skills, specifically courtesy and tact in order to communicate effectively
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time; May be on feet for most of the shift
• Occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50lbs; if weight to be lifted exceeds 35 lbs., assistive devices should be used