Occupational Therapist - Flat Rate PRN

Indiana University Health; Tipton (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Substantial benefits package

PTO Program

401k match

Job summary

Indiana University Health Tipton Hospital seeks an Occupational Therapist for PRN Day shifts. The role includes inpatient and outpatient therapy, supervision of assistants, and engagement in department operations.

Preference given to candidates with outpatient experience and custom splint fabrication. Requires graduation from an accredited OT program, NBCOT certifica­tion, Indiana license, and BLS; ALS may be required per unit policy.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited occupational therapy program.
• NBCOT certification preferred; active Indiana license preferred.
• Current BLS certification required; ALS may be required by unit.
• OT candidates with outpatient experience and splint fabrication familiarity are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient occupational therapy services.
• Supervise occupational therapy assistants, support personnel and students.
• Participate in department operations and education activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Bedside manner

Adaptable

Education

OT degree from accredited program

NBCOT certification

Indiana OT license

BLS certification

ALS certification may be required

Job description

Overview

IU Health is looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Location

Tipton Hospital in Tipton, IN.

Shift

This position is PRN Day shift.

Roles and Responsibilities

Come join our team! IU Health Tipton Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital with a robust therapy team offering a variety of specialized and generalized occupational therapy interventions. For this role, prior outpatient experience and familiarity with custom-molded splint fabrication is preferred.

This PRN position serves to support the team during times of high census and through planned and unplanned absences. This position provides inpatient and outpatient occupational therapy services for the treatment of physical and psychological dysfunctions. Provides direct patient care using a variety of sensorimotor, functional, educational, recreational, and social activities designed to help patients regain physical or mental functioning. Appropriately supervises occupational therapy assistants, support personnel and students. Willingly participates in related activities in support of patient care, education and department operations.

Preferred Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Great bedside manners
• Adaptable to fast paced settings

As the most comprehensive medical system in Indiana, IU Health offers many different career opportunities as you grow professionally. IU Health also offers a substantial benefits package, PTO Program, 401k match, and several other programs to meet your needs. These are just a few reasons why applying for your career with IU Health is a good choice.

Requires graduation from an accredited academic program in occupational therapy, or if foreign trained, graduation from an occupational therapy education program outside the US with educationally equivalent coursework accepted by Indiana PLA. Current certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) is preferred. Requires current license in the State of Indiana. Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.