Occupational Therapist (OT) – Inpatient Rehabilitation, PRN/Per Diem

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation on the Northwest Medical Center campus seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients, establish goals, and document progress in a rehab-focused environment.

The PRN position covers weekdays, weekends, and holidays with minimum weekend and holiday shifts as outlined. Candidates should have OT licensure and BCLS, and be capable of mentoring staff and ensuring compliant billing.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience in hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred.
• OT license with BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and documents findings.
• Develops individualized, measurable treatment plans with documented progress.
• Provides safe therapy interventions with proper session documentation.
• Regularly reassesses progress and updates plans.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses and rehab staff for coordinated care.
• Mentors new staff and OT students.
• Ensures accurate billing documentation for services.
• Maintains a clean, safe treatment environment.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary coordination

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.

Occupational Therapist

Position Type: PRN; may cover weekdays, weekends and holidays. Minimum PRN requirements are: 2 weekend shifts a month (2 days), work 1 winter holiday or days surrounding (Thanksgiving or Christmas), 1 summer holiday or days surrounding (Memorial Day, Labor day, 4th of July)

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 0-2 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