Occupational Therapist - Inpatient - Days

Mercy Health System; California; On-site; USD 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist at Mercy Health System evaluates, plans, and implements treatment to address functional needs across a variety of diagnoses. This role works standard days, 24 hours per week, with a daytime shift in a patient care setting.

The position requires graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program and active licensure in WI or IL (or as required), plus CPR/BLS within 90 days and NBCOT certification upon initial licensure.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in Occupational Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Integrates subjective and objective data to establish a treatment plan.
• Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
• Maintains a thorough record of services with coding and billing.
• Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.
• Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation.
• Participates in PI and CQI processes and mentors new partners.
• Plans and conducts lectures and training for medical staff, students, and community groups.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy

Job description

OVERVIEW:

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the evaluation, planning and implementation of a treatment plan addressing the functional needs of a variety of patient diagnoses.

SCHEDULE:

24-hours per week

SHIFT:

Days

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Integrates subjective and objective data to establish a treatment plan.
• Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
• Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.
• Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.
• Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation
• Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques
• Participates actively in the PI and CQI process
• Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners
• Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department
• Takes an active role in the performance improvement process
• Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between occupational therapists, assistants and the physician group
• Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on occupational therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Licensed as an occupational therapist in WI, IL or both if required CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire NBCOT upon initial licensure only, as required

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Passing the Driver’s License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring). For departments as required- For those driving Mercyhealth vehicles: Maintain a valid driver's license. Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy. For those driving their personal vehicles: Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested. Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy. Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check. Must be able to follow written/oral instructions. Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check. Must be able to follow written/oral instructions.

INFORMATION ACCESS

Partner may access patient care information needed to perform their job duties.

WORK CONTACT GROUP

Partners, physicians, patients/family, visitors, vendors

SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Stand – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
• Walk – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
• Sit – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
• Handling/Fingering/Feeling – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
• Reaching – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
• Climb/Balance – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
• Stoop/Kneel/Crouch/Crawl – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
• Talk/Hear – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
• Taste/Smell – Not a present activity
• Strength – Medium work exerting 25-50 pounds of force occasionally or 10-25 pounds of force frequently
• Close Vision – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
• Distance Vision – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
• Color Vision – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
• Peripheral Vision – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
• Depth Perception – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
• Ability to Adjust Focus – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.

PAY RANGE:

$36.56 - $54.85

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Well-being Programs
• Employee Discounts
• On-Demand Pay
• Financial Education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities

At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better.

As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women

For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations.

As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more.

The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.