Occupational Therapist I _ E

KDMC Ashland Hospital Corporation; United States; Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

UK King’s Daughters is seeking an Occupational Therapist to perform comprehensive evaluations and deliver individualized treatments in our Home Health program in Ashland, KY. You will assess patient needs, design interventions, and document care in line with regulatory standards.

You will collaborate with the healthcare team, educate patients and caregivers, and mentor rehab staff while maintaining licensure and ongoing professional development.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in OT required.
• Active Occupational Therapist license in applicable state (Kentucky) and BLS required.
• 0–2 years of OT, rehab, or related patient-care experience; paid work only.

Aufgaben

• Perform comprehensive OT evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based therapies and adaptive equipment provisions.
• Monitor progress, adjust plans, and determine discharge or continuation.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home programs and strategies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for patient-centered care.
• Instruct rehab technicians and students; provide mentorship.
• Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with standards.
• Support program development and service improvements.

Kenntnisse

Clinical evaluation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Mentorship for staff

Regulatory compliance

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy (preferred)

Tools

EMR/EHR documentation

OT licensure & BLS

Jobbeschreibung

At UK King's Daughters, we're not just a healthcare facility - we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We're more than just a place to work; we're a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Job Summary

Responsible for performing comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and delivering individualized treatments based on physician orders. Assesses patient needs, develops and implements therapeutic interventions, and documents care in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient independence and quality of life. Assists in program development, provides patient and caregiver education, and ensures adherence to policies and procedures. Supports continuous improvement of therapy services to meet diverse patient needs.

Essential Functions

• Performs comprehensive evaluations and develops individualized treatment plans to address patients' physical, cognitive, and psychosocial needs.
• Implements evidence-based therapeutic interventions, adaptive equipment, and environmental modifications to enhance patient independence and function.
• Assesses patient progress, revises treatment plans as needed, and determines appropriate discharge or continuation of care.
• Educates patients and caregivers on home programs, adaptive strategies, and equipment use to promote long-term health and independence.
• Collaborates with healthcare team members to ensure coordinated, comprehensive, and patient-centered care.
• Instructs rehabilitation technicians, assistants, and students, providing mentorship and oversight.
• Maintains accurate, timely documentation and medical records in compliance with regulatory and accrediting standards.
• Completes annual competency requirements, maintains licensure, and participates in ongoing professional development.
• Assists managerial staff in resource assessment, process improvement, and enhancement of rehabilitation services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

• Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy or a related field
• Master's degree in occupational therapy or a related field is preferred

Experience Requirement

0-2 years of experience in occupational therapy, rehabilitation, or patient care, or a relevant area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Active Occupational Therapist license in applicable state, Basic Life Support (BLS)

Working Conditions

• A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
• D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never
• I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never
• J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• L. Loud noises: 1. Never
• M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never
• N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 1. Never
• O. Radiation: 1. Never
• P. Burns: 1. Never
• Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never
• T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never
• V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular standing or walking with objects up to 10 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50 pounds; occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50 pounds; intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and intermittent performance of repetitive motions (such as documentation or therapeutic activities). Also involves intermittent risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients or equipment; occasional risk of injuries from use of equipment; occasional job-related travel; occasional exposure to cuts or punctures and bloodborne or airborne pathogens; and occasional interaction with combative or violent people.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department: Home Health Shift: Flex (United States of America) Time Type: Full time Address: 2000 Ashland Drive City, State: Ashland, Kentucky

Our growth is creating opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful.