OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - INPATIENT PRN

Pella Regional Health Center; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pella Regional Health Center in Pella, IA is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan and direct therapy services as prescribed by physicians.

The role focuses on restoring function and helping patients maximize independence while working with staff and contributing to department improvements.

This position collaborates with budget planning and ensures accurate patient charges.

Qualifications

• Evaluates and plans occupational therapy treatments as prescribed by a physician.
• Administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician.
• Assists patients to maximize function within limits of their capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, delegate and supervise supportive staff.
• Participate in department operations and CQI activities.
• Contribute to budget considerations and monitor department performance.
• Ensure patient charges are accurate and entered promptly.

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for evaluation, planning, directing and administering occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician.Administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability.Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.The Occupational Therapist coordinates, delegates and supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff.The Occupational Therapist participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities.Provides input in formulating budget, assists in evaluating department performance versus budget controls and takes appropriate action to remain in budget guidelines.Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis.