Occupational Therapist Acute Care

Corewell Health; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to assess, plan, organize and implement direct patient care in accordance with the physician's overall treatment plan. The role involves evaluating rehab potential, developing individualized plans, and delivering therapy per standards to maximize functional outcomes.

Responsibilities include documenting progress for physicians, maintaining records, and collaborating with the rehab team to ensure high-quality patient care and continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited therapy program.
• OTR certification upon hire.
• BLS certification from AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, organize, administer, document and evaluate direct occupational therapy patient care in accordance with the physician's treatment plan.
• Perform thorough and complete patient evaluations to determine rehab potential and create individualized treatment plans.
• Administer occupational therapy treatments per professional standards and SOPs to maximize functional level and achieve goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communication of patient progress to referring physicians.
• Contribute to rehab services' efficient and productive operation and collaborate with the rehab team.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Occupational Therapist - State of Michigan Upon Hire

Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR) Upon Hire

Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Job description

Corewell Health is offering up to $15,000 in sign on bonuses for this opportunity! Assess, plan, organize, administer, document and evaluate direct occupational therapy patient care in accordance with accepted occupational therapy practice and the physician's overall treatment plan.

Essential Functions

• Perform a thorough and complete evaluation of patients properly referred according to Michigan law in order to determine the patient's rehab potential and establish an individually based treatment plan.
• Administer occupational therapy treatments to patients according to professional standards and department standard operating procedure in order to maximize the patient's potential functional level and to achieve treatment goals set in coordination with patient/family, physician & other team members. Administer occupational therapy treatments to patients according to professional standards and department standard operating procedure in order to maximize the patient's potential functional level and to achieve treatment goals set in coordination with patient/family, physician & other team members.
• Maintain and complete accurate documentation, department records and reports for all assigned patients in order to provide a clear record and to communicate patient's treatment plan and progress to the referring physician.
• Maintain commitment to professional growth and competency to ensure the quality of care.
• Contribute to the efficient and productive operation of the rehab services.
• Maintain effective communication with other members of the rehab team regarding occupational therapy programs to ensure understanding and better patient care.
• Committed to the continuous improvement of the patient experience which includes patient safety, quality of care and excellent service. Adhere to the organization’s published values.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited therapy program
• Occupational Therapist - State of Michigan Upon Hire
• Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR) - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Upon Hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association or
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Red Cross

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Department Name

Rehab Inpatient St Joseph - Niles and St Joseph Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every fourth weekend

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.