OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST III (826D)

Decatur Memorial Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 51,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Memorial Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide comprehensive OT services to all ages on site. A Bachelor’s degree in OT and an IL license or license-pending status, plus an active CPR card, are required.

Hand Therapist certification is preferred or may be developed in outpatient hand therapy. The role offers collaboration with surgeons, nurses and rehab staff, opportunities for mentoring, and ongoing education in a dynamic hospital setting with daily caseload management using an

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy (OT).
• Licensed or license pending in Illinois and CPR certified.
• Hand Therapist certification preferred or new graduates interested in outpatient hand therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provides occupational therapy services to all age groups.
• Treats upper extremity conditions and plans care with physicians and the rehab team.
• Maintains documentation, billing, and outcome measures using EMR.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

OT license or license pending in Illinois

Current CPR card

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Focused on the Future of Care We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer.

Position Type: On-site

Job Description Summary: Provides occupational therapy services to all age groups to obtain maximal outcomes. Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy. Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or other states. Current CPR card. Certified Hand Therapist preferred or new graduates/therapists interested in an outpatient hand therapy setting. Opportunities to specialize in different areas including: Lymphedema - alongside a LANA-certified clinician, or in Hand Therapy - with 2 Certified Hand Therapists on-site. The Hand Therapist treats a variety of upper extremity conditions, both non-operative and post-operative, and is responsible for providing examinations, evaluations, therapy diagnosis, interventions, and prognosis in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Manages daily caseload based on protocols and patient needs using an EMR system for documentation and billing. Works closely with surgeons, nurses and other healthcare providers to ensure patients have the best possible outcomes. Opportunities to collaborate and on the job mentoring and training to develop clinical and splint fabrication skills as well as opportunities for continuing education and career development.

Schedule: Part Time, Days

Essential Functions and Job Duties

• Maintains flexibility, organizes and prioritizes time to accommodate assigned patient load.
• Meets departmental standards and insurance/reimbursement guidelines for documentation of care.
• Daily notes
• Communicates with doctors
• Re-certifications
• Evaluations
• Billing
• Outcome measures
• Evaluates patients; plans and delivers care and treatment to progress patient to goals agreed upon by patient, family and Physician.
• Re-evaluates and plans programs on an ongoing basis.
• Competently applies all Occupational Therapy modalities, if certified.
• Instructs patients and families in home programs.
• Suggests changes in patients’ clinical approaches, and secures orders as appropriate.
• Communicates and collaborates with rehabilitation team.
• Maintains existing equipment and recommends purchase of new items as consistent with Hospital and Department Strategic Plan.
• Maintains current professional knowledge.
• Attends all mandatory educational programs and continuous education required for licensure.
• Seeks continuing education to improve quality of care.
• Compliant and accurate implementation of billing process.
• Maintains fiscal responsibility of the Department and the Hospital.
• Actively looks for ways to reduce costs.
• Maintains patient/family confidentiality to comply with HIPPA regulations.
• Provides in-services and public education functions.
• Supervises students, Occupational Therapy Assistants, and aides.
• Serves on committees as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Director, Managers, and Team Leader.
• Recommends and implements new programs as directed and as they pertain to Hospital and Department Strategic Plan.

Benefits - Memorial HR Job Description:

Education and/or Other Requirements

Education and/or Other Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy or entry level equivalent.
• Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or other states.
• Current CPR card.

Environmental Factors

This position is performed within an environment of occasional exposure to environmental variations, above-normal noise-level, and/or unpleasant substances and limited exposure to hazardous or potentially injurious elements or conditions.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, bend and reach.
• The employee will frequently be required to lift, push and pull weight of at least 5 to 50 pounds.

Mental Demands

• Ability to work under stress and adapt to changing conditions.

Pay Transparency

$37.43 - $58.02 Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role.

Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options.

All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/

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