OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - ACUTE CARE REHAB - PT Benefit Eligible

Uofmhealthsparrow; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medbridge subscription

Free CEU courses

Market leading wages

1:1 treatment model

Job summary

UM Health Sparrow in Lansing, MI is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients, plan treatment programs and deliver therapy to restore function and improve quality of life.

In this role you will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document progress, participate in case conferences, and mentor OT students, while upholding HIPAA and ICARE values. This position is full-time with strong professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
• Michigan OT licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess patient’s functional status.
• Develop goals with patient/family.
• Educate patients and families to restore function.
• Execute treatment per plan using modalities/equipment.
• Document assessments, plans, care and responses.
• Collaborate with the interprofessional team on rehab plans.
• Participate in case conferences, rounds and family meetings.
• Re-evaluate progress and advise discharge planning.
• Maintain professional standards and participate in in-services.
• Delegate and supervise care to COTA, PCT, and OT students.

Skills

Effective written and verbal comms

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking ability

Adaptability to changing work

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy

Job description

Evaluate patients, plan treatment programs, and perform occupational therapy procedures to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain, and maximize potential and quality of life following disease, injury or surgery.

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Evaluate and assess patient’s functional status. Such areas of assessment include ADL and independent living skills, joint function and protection, coordination, endurance, body mechanics and positioning, assistive equipment, orthotic and prosthetic devices, home environment and management, cognitive and social skills etc.
• Develop realistic, functional goals mutually agreed upon with the patient / family.
• Employ principles of teaching and learning to educate patients and their families in the knowledge and skills that promote restoration of function for optimal participation in activities of daily living (work, school, community, recreation).
• Perform treatment according to the established plan, utilizing all available modalities, equipment and techniques within the scope of occupational therapy.
• Document assessment, plan, all care given, and the patient response in the patient medical record.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the patient’s care, rehabilitation programs, and related rehabilitation activities.
• Actively participate in case conference, care rounds, and family meetings to progress patient toward rehab goals and discharge planning.
• Re-evaluate patients, assess their progress, and make recommendations as to their discharge planning.
• Maintain professional standards by participating in in-services, education opportunities, and hospital / department requirements.
• Delegates, directs, and supervises implementation of care to COTA, PCT, and occupational therapy students.

Job Requirements

General Requirements Required Responsibilities of the Caregiver:

• Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures.
• Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence).
• Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our caregivers, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful.
• Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank).
• Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities.

Education Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.

License / Certification:

• State of Michigan OT licensure.
• Registered as an Occupational Therapist by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (Preffered)
• BLS Certification (within 6 months of hire).

Specialized Knowledge and Skills Skills & Abilities:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, ability to perform multiple. tasks and adapt to changing work situations.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Preferred:

• Experience in physical/cognitive disabilities is preferred.
• Two-years experience in hospital environment.
• Experience in intensive care unit.

Complimentary Medbridge Subscription & Free CEU Courses

UMH-Sparrow therapists enjoy strong professional development support, including a complimentary Medbridge subscription that provides access to a wide range of continuing education courses. Management is committed to fostering ongoing learning, and UM Health Sparrow hosts multiple courses each year free of charge—ensuring our team has continual opportunities to grow and stay at the forefront of clinical excellence. Also, offer 1:1 treatment model and market leading wages.

UM Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Family

Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health

Job ID: 56008

OT, NBCOT

Description:

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Evaluate patients, plan treatment programs, and perform occupational therapy procedures to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain, and maximize potential and quality of life following disease, injury or surgery.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Evaluate and assess patient’s functional status. Such areas of assessment include ADL and independent living skills, joint function and protection, coordination, endurance, body mechanics and positioning, assistive equipment, orthotic and prosthetic devices, home environment and management, cognitive and social skills etc.
• Develop realistic, functional goals mutually agreed upon with the patient / family.
• Employ principles of teaching and learning to educate patients and their families in the knowledge and skills that promote restoration of function for optimal participation in activities of daily living (work, school, community, recreation).
• Perform treatment according to the established plan, utilizing all available modalities, equipment and techniques within the scope of occupational therapy.
• Document assessment, plan, all care given, and the patient response in the patient medical record.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the patient’s care, rehabilitation programs, and related rehabilitation activities.
• Actively participate in case conference, care rounds, and family meetings to progress patient toward rehab goals and discharge planning.
• Re-evaluate patients, assess their progress, and make recommendations as to their discharge planning.
• Maintain professional standards by participating in in-services, education opportunities, and hospital / department requirements.
• Delegates, directs, and supervises implementation of care to COTA, PCT, and occupational therapy students.

Job Requirements

General Requirements Required Responsibilities of the Caregiver:

• Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures.
• Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence).
• Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our caregivers, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful.
• Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank).
• Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities.

Education Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.

License / Certification:

• State of Michigan OT licensure.
• Registered as an Occupational Therapist by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (Preffered)
• BLS Certification (within 6 months of hire).

Specialized Knowledge and Skills Skills & Abilities:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, ability to perform multiple. tasks and adapt to changing work situations.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Preferred:

• Experience in physical/cognitive disabilities is preferred.
• Two-years experience in hospital environment.
• Experience in intensive care unit.

Complimentary Medbridge Subscription & Free CEU Courses

UMH-Sparrow therapists enjoy strong professional development support, including a complimentary Medbridge subscription that provides access to a wide range of continuing education courses. Management is committed to fostering ongoing learning, and UM Health Sparrow hosts multiple courses each year free of charge—ensuring our team has continual opportunities to grow and stay at the forefront of clinical excellence. Also, offer 1:1 treatment model and market leading wages.

UM Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Family

Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health