Occupational Therapist I - PRN

Fisher-Titus Medical Center; Norwalk (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental coverage

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Fisher-Titus seeks an Occupational Therapist to join our interdisciplinary team. You will perform evaluations, develop and implement therapy plans, and monitor patient progress.

After one year, you may supervise students and direct OT Assistants/rehab aides. You will educate patients and families, ensuring care meets insurance and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health Services Administration or higher is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist.
• Active occupational therapy licensure is required or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Completes evaluations of assigned patients per standards of care.
• Sets realistic, measurable goals with patient/family involvement.
• Independently selects therapeutic techniques aligned with patient status.
• Demonstrates knowledge of equipment and materials used in patient care.
• Provides patient/family education and counseling.
• Ensures documentation meets department guidelines and insurance requirements.
• Willing to cover in other rehab areas as needed.

Skills

Evaluation skills

Patient education

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health Services Administration

Occupational Therapist license

CPR Certification

Job description

Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus!

Perks of working at Fisher-Titus:

• Hours of Work: Varied PRN hours with weekend rotation. Potential settings including acute care, SNF, outpatient pediatrics/adult, schools.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more!

About Fisher-Titus:

Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation.

Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community

Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community

General Summary:

In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, provides therapeutic services including evaluation, treatment, and education. Monitors the treatment activities of COTA’s and aides. Supervisory responsibilities: After one year of experience, may act as a student supervisor. Directs treatment activities of OT Assistants and rehabilitation aides.

Essential Functions:

• Completes evaluations of assigned patients in accordance with the established standards of care and practice. Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to ensure evaluations are performed safely and accurately.(i.e., utilized speech therapist for identifying best modes of communication for aphasic patient).
• Short- and long-term goals are realistic, measureable, and address functional needs. Goals are written upon completion of evaluation per department standards and guidelines. Goals are identified in collaboration with patient, family and other involved team members.
• Independently selects and performs therapeutic techniques that are consistent with the patients problems and medical status and reflect an integration of the therapist's clinical knowledge and theory.
• Demonstrates knowledge about equipment/materials utilized in patient care per supervisor's observation and chart documentation.
• Provides for patient/family educational needs.
• Therapist adheres to all procedures and documentation standards per rehabilitation area/department.
• Is responsible to work within the guidelines and authorizations provided by the individual's insurance coverage, AND/OR Medicare guidelines.
• Demonstrates good time management as evidenced by completing work assignments on time, readily accepting assignments and consistently striving to be a productive member of the institution and always puts time to good use. Demonstrates willingness to provide coverage in other rehab areas.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Health Services Administration.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Certification CPR

Occupational Therapist

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