Occupational Therapist - Occupational Therapy - PRN - 1st Shift

ephraimmcdowell; Danville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ephraimmcdowell seeks an occupational therapist to assess patients, plan and implement therapy programs, and document patient progress. You will guide patient participation to restore independence and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities include following the Kentucky State Practice Act KRS.319A, maintaining professional accountability, and contributing to organizational objectives and patient care quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) months exposure to related field including clinicals.
• OT-specific clinical training or fieldwork experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to patients, including assessment, treatment planning and implementation.
• Document progress and maintain accurate records.
• Direct patient participation to restore functional independence and promote skill learning.
• Coordinate with nursing, physicians and therapy staff to support patient care.
• Adhere to the State Practice Act KRS.319A and uphold professional accountability.

Skills

Clinical exposure

Tools

Paraffin

Hot packs

Cold packs

Computer

Wheelchair

Hospital beds

CPR

Transfer training

BTE work simulator

Job description

Job Summary

Under general direction, provides occupational therapy services to mentally and/or physically impaired patients, including assessment, treatment program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication. Directs patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance; facilitates the learning of those skills to promote functional independence. Required to follow the State Practice Act KRS.319A. Demonstrates a commitment to professional accountability and growth to maintain and expand knowledge and skills. Contributes to the mission and philosophy of the Organization. Contributes to the effective operation of the Organization by demonstrating dependability in job performance. Exhibits the F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).

Working Conditions, Hazards and Physical Effort

Works inside a typical therapy setting on patient floors, outpatient clinic, or off ground/unit activities as indicated. May be required to work a flexible schedule. The task of this job involves occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals and equipment. Exposure to stress of dealing with patients experiencing pain/discomfort or who have physical/ mental disabilities. The task of this job includes occasional exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue. Must be able to move or position 25 lbs. independently.

Contacts with Others

Has contact with patients and patient family members, other occupational therapy staff, physical therapy, speech therapy and nursing, physicians, community resources and other agencies.

EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

Paraffin, hot packs, cold packs, computer, wheelchair, hospital beds, heat gun. Transfertraining, CPR required. BTE work simulator as needed, site specific.

Minimum of three (3) months exposure to related field to include successful completion of clinicals.