Occupational Therapist Inpatient Rehab PRN

Community Health Systems; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO & Sick Time

401(k) with match

Student Loan Repayment up to $10,000

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Education Support

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking an Occupational Therapist for the Northwest Transitions inpatient rehabilitation unit in Oro Valley. The role involves evaluating patients, setting goals, and delivering therapeutic interventions to restore independence in daily activities.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team on a hospital campus, with opportunities for mentoring, documentation accuracy, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of clinical OT experience.
• Experience in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred.
• OTR (registered) with state board; Basic Life Support (BCLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and document findings.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Provide and document therapy sessions including exercises and adaptive equipment training.
• Reassess patient progress and update care plans as needed.
• Collaborate with care team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Mentor and orient new staff and OT students.

Skills

Clinical experience

Hospital rehab

OTR clinical skills

Education

OTR - Registered

BCLS

Job description

This position is located at Northwest Transitions, as a department of Oro Valley Hospital, we offer inpatient rehabilitative care in a supportive, caring environment. We focus on emphasizing ability, rather than disability, and help patients regain the confidence they need for recovery.

Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation is conveniently located on the Northwest Medical Center campus at the corner of Orange Grove Road and La Cholla Blvd.

Why You’ll Love Working Here!

• My Health – Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Programs
• My Future – PTO and Sick Time, 401(k) with Employer Match, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• CHS Pathways - Student Loan Repayment, Educational Support, and Licensure and Certification Reimbursement, Opportunities for career advancement
• My Advantage - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life and Long-Term Care Insurance, Pet Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program, Reward and Recognition Programs and much more!
• Benefit eligible employees may qualify for up to $10,000 in Student Loan Repayment!

Schedule: PRN; may cover weekdays, weekends and holidays

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' ability to perform daily living and work activities, as prescribed by a referring physician. This role involves establishing patient-centered treatment goals, reassessing progress regularly, and maintaining thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist required
• Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• OT - Occupational Therapist – Registered issued by the state regulatory board required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Essential Functions

• Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and documents findings accurately and thoroughly.
• Develops individualized treatment plans that outline measurable goals and effective interventions, ensuring plans are well-documented and can be executed by other occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants.
• Provides safe and effective treatment interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and patient education, with appropriate documentation for each session.
• Regularly reassesses patient progress, updating treatment plans as needed, and communicates changes to the care team and referring physician.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals, to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a coordinated approach to care.
• Demonstrates competency in administering treatment to a wide range of patient populations, adjusting techniques and interventions to meet age-specific and condition-specific needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and staff, ensuring proper use and maintenance of all therapeutic equipment.
• Provides mentoring and orientation for new staff members and occupational therapy students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
• Ensures accurate and timely billing documentation that reflects services provided and complies with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.