Occupational Therapist OT

Banner Health; Torrington (WY); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Descripción de la vacante

Banner Health is seeking a Full-time Occupational Therapist for Torrington Community Hospital in Torrington, Wyoming. The role covers evaluations and treatments for outpatient and inpatient populations in a rural setting, with a Day Shift (Mon-Fri 8:00-5:00) and a rotating weekend schedule (1, 4-hour Sunday shift every 6-7 weeks).

The department emphasizes 1:1 care, collaboration with physicians, nurses and families, supervision of therapy staff, and integration of digital records.

Formación

• Must have completed an OT program approved by the governing board.
• Current OT license in state of practice.
• BLS certification required.
• Proficient with computer software in automated patient care.

Responsabilidades

• Evaluates patient's functional abilities and sets plan of care and treatment goals.
• Implements treatment plan tailored to patient age and needs; monitors progress.
• Documents according to department standards with timely records.
• Communicates results and progress to physicians, nurses, patient and family, and team.
• Maintains flexibility with caseload, scheduling, and staffing.
• Delegates tasks to COTA and therapy staff; participates in training and orientation.
• Participates in department operations and meets productivity standards.
• Interacts with staff, physicians, patients, families, and external contacts to coordinate care.

Conocimientos

Evaluation

Treatment planning

Discharge planning

Documentation

Communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Supervision

Educación

Degree in Occupational Therapy

BLS certification

Herramientas

EMR software

Descripción del empleo

Occupational Therapist OT### Occupational Therapist OTApply: Torrington Community Hosp (2000 Campbell Dr): Full time: Posted Today: R4459620**Primary City/State:**Torrington, Wyoming**Department Name:**Occupational Thrpy-Hosp**Work Shift:**Day**Job Category:**Clinical Care**\\*\\*\\*\\*$20,000.00 Sign-On Incentive & $20,000.00 Relocation Available\\*\\*\\*\\***We’re proud that Banner Health has earned Great Place to Work CertificationTM for the third consecutive year. We’re committed to a workplace culture where team members trust the people they work for, take genuine pride in their work, and enjoy collaborating with colleagues. Discover career opportunities and join our dedicated team of professionals.Great careers start with great training. The people of Banner Health are focused on delivering excellent care to our patients. In return, we are committed to excellence in personal development for all our team members. Rural settings give our providers an opportunity to work with a wide range of patients.Opened in 1977, **Torrington Community Hospital** is a critical access hospital that provides excellent medical care to residents in southeast Wyoming and bordering Nebraska communities. We have a strong Therapies team with a lot of longevity along with cohesion to promote a great work/life balance. Evaluations and treatments are provided on a 1:1 basis, with an average of 8 patients per day with 25 beds. This allows for documentation to be completed during the workday. Our **Torrington Community Hospital** is seeking a **Full time Occupational Therapist**. As an Occupational Therapist you would be responsible for evaluations and treatments of **outpatient** and **inpatient** population in a rural setting. You will also be responsible for supervision of assistance when appropriate. You will also communicate and coordination with patients, care givers, and providers. **Day Shift** position, **Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00pm**. Does come with **rotating weekend schedule 1, 4-hour Sunday Shift every 6-7 weeks**.Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits.**New Grads are Welcome to apply!!**Community Hospital in Torrington, Wyo. is a 25-bed critical access hospital. We take pride in providing thoughtful medical care to residents in southeast Wyoming and bordering Nebraska communities, and we live our commitment to these communities in many ways. In fact, with the recent completion of an extensive expansion and remodel initiative, we are at an exciting and pivotal point in our development. We offer an innovative environment that includes digital mammography, a state-of-the-art emergency department, electronic medical records and a computerized OB system designed to reduce the chances of complications during labor and delivery. In addition, our location in close proximity to the Black Hills, Rocky Mountains and Denver offers a wide variety of lifestyle advantages, including small town charm and limitless recreational activities.POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for the evaluation, planning, administration and supervision of Occupational Therapy treatment in accordance with physician referral, state and local organizational standards, regulatory agencies, and established departmental policies and procedures. This position demonstrates the clinical competence and knowledge necessary to provide treatment appropriate to the age of the patients served. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Evaluates patient's functional abilities and limitations. Determines if intervention is needed. Establishes a plan of care and treatment goals.. Completes comprehensive evaluation within the established time frame set by the department. Identifies and prioritizes key limiting factors. Establishes treatment goals that are functional, measurable, patient related and reflect the key limiting factors. Collaborates with patient and family/caregiver when setting goal Initiates discharge planning. Recommends additions to or modifications of referring orders. 2. Implements individualized treatment plan with consideration to the patient's physical, social, spiritual, cultural, educational and age specific needs. Provides skilled treatment in a safe manner.. Assesses ongoing effectiveness of treatment and modifies plan of care as indicated. Involves patient and family/caregiver in the treatment and decision making process. Provides ongoing education to physician, nurse, patient, family/caregiver, and interdisciplinary team. 3. Documents according to standards set by the department and regulatory agencies. Documents legibly. Completes documentation within the established time frames of the department. Documents innovative and individualized treatment techniques/plan. Documentation reflects comprehensive assessment of patient's progress or lack of progress. Treatment goals are reassessed according to department policies 4. Communicates pertinent patient information to ensure the best possible follow through of care. Communicates evaluation/treatment results and patient progress to physicians, nurses, patient, family/caregiver, co-workers and the interdisciplinary team. Communicates in a clear and timely manner. Accepts responsibility to contact physicians for routine or difficult problem solving to ensure optimal patient outcome. Defends treatment rationale with standard practices and/or current literature 5. Exhibits adaptability in assignments as it relates to caseload, scheduling, and staffing shifts. Takes initiative to assist in other patient care areas and accepts responsibility for all patient care needs. 6. Demonstrates appropriate direction and delegation of personnel to achieve safe delivery of quality cost effective patient care. direction and delegation of the COTA, Therapy Technician and student complies with department policies and regulatory agencies. Participates in the training and orientation of new personnel. Assures competency of personnel, prior to delegation of task. 7. Department operational activities. Participates in department/facility process improvements. Meets productivity standards set by the department. 8.This position has responsibility for interacting with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families, and external contacts such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies concerning the health care of the patient. Also interacts with the physician offices in order to report, requires or clarify information MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMust have successfully completed the academic requirements of an educational program in occupational therapy approved by the appropriate governing board. Must possess a current Occupational Therapy license from the State of practice. Current license from state of practice. BLS certification required. Relates throughout the interview process their clinical competency, experience, training and education they have received that is required to perform the job. Demonstrates through behaviors and answers to job related experiential questions.Must have the ability to become proficient with computer software applications commonly used in an automated patient care environment.Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Additional related education and/or experience preferred.