Occupational Therapist OT- Inpatient PRN

Reading Hospital; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aquatic therapy pool

Free parking

On-site pharmacy

Job summary

Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a PRN opening. You will evaluate, plan and implement treatment programs for referred patients and supervise assistants and students under the direction of the Therapy Manager.

You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other rehab professionals to support comprehensive patient care. The Rehab Hospital offers a multidisciplinary environment with CARF-accredited programs, top-class therapy

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent education/experience.
• No prior experience required.
• PA Occupational Therapy License (or Temp Licensure) is required; BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans and implements treatment programs for referred patients.
• Supervises assistants, aides, and students.
• Maintains relationship with hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, and other staff.
• Supports all programs in the Rehabilitation continuum.
• Contributes to overall rehab program operations and patient care.

Skills

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

This is a PRN opening at our Reading Rehab Hospital.

The Occupational Therapist

• Evaluates, plans and implements treatment programs for referred patients according to accepted principles and practices of Occupational Therapy.
• Supervised by and reports to Therapy Manager or Senior Therapist.
• Supervises assistants, aides, and students.
• Supports all programs in the Rehabilitation Continuum.
• Maintains working relationships with: Hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, allied health professionals, ancillary services, and hospital support personnel.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Master's Degree - OR - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Master's Degree

Experience

• No experience

Certification and Licensure

• PA Occupational Therapy License
• PA Occupational Therapy Temp Licensure will be required in lieu of full licensure
• BLS Certification

Required Skills

• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Microsoft Office Applications

About The Rehab Hospital

For patients who have experienced functional loss of disability as a result of an accident, illness or injury, everything you need to reclaim your life - from comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation and transitional care to outpatient programs - is here, all under one roof.

Our specialized team of board-certified rehab physicians, certified rehab nurses, clinicians and dedicated therapists deliver an unparalleled level of care and encouragement through state-of the-art technology, advanced therapies and wellness environments.

Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing is the only hospital in the region accredited by both the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and The Joint Commission. Our Stroke Specialty and Brain Injury Programs are also CARF-accredited.

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.

Our Facility Offers

• A 61-bed Acute Rehabilitation Unit including an 11-bed secured Brain Injury Unit
• A 50-bed Transitional Sub-Acute Unit for skilled care
• Highly skilled therapists
• Speech, physical, and occupational therapy programming
• Therapeutic recreation and activities
• Spacious private rooms with large private bathrooms and flat screen televisions
• Aquatic therapy pool
• On-site pharmacy, laboratory, and radiological services
• Outdoor therapeutic garden
• Comfortable lounges with flat screen televisions, computers, and free internet access
• Plenty of visiting areas for patients, friends, and families
• Easy access and free parking