Occupational Therapist- CONTINGENT- Henry Ford St. John Hospital- Detroit

Henry Ford Health System; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health System is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist for the Occupational Therapy department at St. John Hospital in Detroit. This position involves evaluating and treating patients with various deficits, designing care plans, and educating families about rehabilitation processes. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree, preferably a Master's, and must hold appropriate certifications in Occupational Therapy. Join us in delivering quality care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required; Master's preferred.
• Acute Care Experience preferred, willing to train new graduates.
• BLS certification to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients with physical and cognitive deficits.
• Implements and modifies treatment plans as necessary.
• Educates patients and families on deficits and adaptive equipment.

Skills

Assessment Skills

Patient Education

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Department: Occupational Therapy - IPR- St. John Hospital- Detroit, MI

CONTINGENT-Day shift- Flexible start/end times, Minimum requirement of 1 shift per pay period, 2 hard to fill days per year, 1 holiday per year

Evaluates and treats patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits.

Responsibilities:

• Assesses patient 's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills.
• Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
• Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
• Documents findings of patient progress. Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed.
• Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Oversees the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor's degree required. - Master's degree preferred. -
• Acute Care Experience preferred; however, willing to train the right new graduate candidate.

CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association
• Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) credentialed from the Michigan Board of Occupational Therapists obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Health St. John Hospital
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable