Occupational Therapist (Inpatient) - Sign on, relocation

Kingman Regional Medical Center; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Employer Paid HSA

403b Pension Plan with Employer Contri

On-site daycare

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Kingman Regional Medical Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist (Inpatient) to deliver comprehensive OT services within an interdisciplinary Therapy Services team, across adult and geriatric populations. The role emphasizes assessment, treatment planning, hands-on interventions, patient and family education, and adherence to professional standards, with a focus on safety and quality of care.

We offer a competitive compensation package with sign-on and relocation bonuses for eligible hires,

Qualifications

• OT program graduate
• AZ Board of Occupational Therapy licensure
• BLS certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
• Recent experience with adult/geriatric populations

Responsibilities

• Conduct an Occupational Therapy evaluation or screen
• Develop an individualized Plan of Care with functional goals
• Provide appropriate therapeutic interventions
• Evaluate patient response and modify plan as necessary
• Document patient care progress and continue need for treatment
• Educate patients and families to help achieve goals
• Adhere to KHI, AZ State Board of OT, and Medicare policies

Education

Graduate of an Occupational Therapy program

Job description

$25K Sign On Bonus and $4K Relocation Bonus for eligible new hires! New Grads and graduating students are encouraged to apply!

Unlock your potential for professional growth! We are currently looking for an Occupational Therapist (Inpatient) to join our Therapy Services team!

Located in northwest Arizona, Kingman has a mild climate with stunning Arizona sunsets! In the shadows of beautiful mountain ranges and nearby lakes, Kingman is an outdoor enthusiasts' paradise with abundant sunshine and is a great community to live, work and play!

Benefits

(Full Time Employees)We offer you an excellent total compensation package, including acompetitivesalary, comprehensivebenefits, andgrowthopportunities:

• Exceptional Colleagues
  • Join us and you'll be a part of a culture where we support each other and celebrate what makes each of us a special person as we work together with integrity, compassion, teamwork, respect, and accountability.
  • Our leaders demonstrate their commitment by gathering feedback, supporting, and empowering team members to do their best work through regular leadership rounding.
• Health and Well-Being
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid HSA for HDHP participants, Robust Wellness and Employee Assistance Program, Employer Paid Group Life, Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Generous Paid Leave Accruals
  • 403b Pension Plan with Employer Contributions
  • Employee Recognition Programs, Employee Discounts, and Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Employee Identity Theft Protection
  • On-site daycare exclusive to our employees’ children of all ages
• Career Growth and Development
  • Tuition Reimbursement/Scholarships for full-time employees
  • As a not-for-profit organization, our employees who have qualified student loans may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
  • So much more!

Position Purpose

The incumbent shall be responsible for providing a full range of Occupational Therapy services including assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position’s qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards. With each patient encounter, the incumbent shall use AIDET, perform hand hygiene, assists with positioning patient for comfort and pain management, and performs environment check prior to leaving patient’s room and/or maintains a clean and organized environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct an Occupational Therapy evaluation or screen.
• Develop an individualized Plan of Care with functional goals.
• Provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Evaluate patient response to treatment and modify plan as necessary.
• Document the course of patient care including progress made and the continuing need for treatment.
• Provide patient and/or family education to help achieve goals.
• Communicates and demonstrates a professional image for patients, families, clients, coworkers, and others.
• Adhere to policies, rules, and regulations from KHI, Arizona State Board of Occupational Therapy, and Medicare.
• Assists with orientation of new staff as requested.
• Meets KHI requirements for skills competency and safety.
• Participate in continuing education/professional development activities.
• Assists with the Occupational Therapy and Assistant student program.
• Participate in staff meetings, client relation and marketing activities.
• Documentation is complete and accurate, meeting all KHI, Arizona State Board of Occupational Therapy, and Medicare regulatory requirements.
• Billing is completed by the end of each shift, accurate, meets reasonable and necessary requirements, and is justified in the documentation.
• Individual productivity meets department standards.
• Patient satisfaction will meet or exceed department standards.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an Occupational Therapy program.
• Licensure: Current OT License through the AZ Board of Occupational Therapy
• Certification: BLS through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Experience: Recent experience working with an adult and geriatric population

Preferences

Education/experience serving people with physical disabilities is desirable.

Special Position Requirements

• Exposure Categories: Category II: Expected duties have possible, but not routine, potential for exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.

Work Requirements

The Incumbent shall have the ability to lift and transfer patients and equipment, have the ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, crouch, and communicate to provide therapeutic interventions.

Facility Profile

Kingman Regional Medical Center is the largest healthcare provider and the only remaining not-for-profit hospital in Mohave County, Arizona. As a 235-bed multi-campus healthcare system, our medical center includes more than 1,800 employees, 280 physicians/allied health professionals, and 250 volunteers. Kingman Regional Medical Center is recognized as an innovator in rural healthcare, a teaching hospital and a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. We provide a full-continuum of highly-technical and specialized medical services to meet the healthcare needs of our community.

Date Staff Position Description Created / Revised

11/11/2018; 04/19/2019; 09/13/2022