Occupational Therapist I - Impactful Collaborative Care

Baptist; Kosciusko (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Kosciusko, Mississippi is seeking an Occupational Therapist. The role involves evaluating and assessing patients to establish treatment goals and providing care according to established plans. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited OT program and possess relevant certifications. Responsibilities include documenting care, evaluating treatment effectiveness, and planning for discharge, with opportunities for leadership and professional development.

Qualifications

• Advanced training and/or certification in area of primary practice.
• Licensure as an Occupational Therapist (OT).
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.
• Develops a written plan of care.
• Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.
• Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.
• Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care and reassesses patient's functional status.
• Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.

Skills

Basic computer literacy skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited OT program

Job description

A healthcare organization in Kosciusko, Mississippi is seeking an Occupational Therapist. The role involves evaluating and assessing patients to establish treatment goals and providing care according to established plans. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited OT program and possess relevant certifications. Responsibilities include documenting care, evaluating treatment effectiveness, and planning for discharge, with opportunities for leadership and professional development.