Occupational Therapist Outpatient PRN

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to provide essential therapy services to patients. In this pivotal role, you will assess patient needs, develop personalized treatment programs, and educate both patients and caregivers. Your expertise will contribute to enhancing patient outcomes and ensuring compliance with medical standards. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible pay options and retirement plans, all within a supportive and collaborative work environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts on various services

Identity theft protection

Retirement options with contributions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required, Master's preferred.
• Must have state licensure and certifications upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients to assess disability and develop treatment plans.
• Provide therapy and education to restore patient function.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Therapy Program Development

Documentation Compliance

Training and Instruction

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Job Summary

Prefer candidates with hand experience.

Provides therapy to patients based on patient need and medical direction. Provides patient/caregiver education and arranges for adaptive equipment as needed.

Essential Functions

• Performs evaluation procedures to assess the level of disability with regard to scope of practice, goals and a plan of treatment, and to make appropriate recommendations.
• Provides a treatment program and education to restore and return maximal function to the patient. Assesses effectiveness of treatment and modifies goals / treatment methods, as needed to meet changing needs.
• Documents evaluation and treatment of each patient in compliance with department standards, medical-legal and reimbursement procedures.
• Instructs and trains other rehabilitation staff, nursing, other medical personnel and students regarding patient needs and rehabilitation services.
• Participates in ongoing process improvement, patient satisfaction initiatives/improvement, program development and marketing activities.
• Demonstrates productivity as indicated by department standard.
• Improves skill areas as demonstrated by applying continuing education in-services, participating in competencies in applicable areas, and developing new concepts of patient care and additional skills with various population groups.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited occupational therapy program
• Preferred Master's Degree
• LIC-Occupational Therapist - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required
• CRT-Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR) - NB-COT National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Upon Hire required
• LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan Home Care Business Lines Upon Hire required
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required Or
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required
• CRT-Hand Therapist, Certified (CHT) - HTCC Hand Therapy Certification Commission Hand Therapy Program Upon Hire preferred

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location: SITE - 2770 East Beltline Avenue NE - Grand Rapids

Department Name: Resource Rehab - GR

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 0.04

Hours of Work: 7:00am -7:00pm (Variable)

Days Worked: Monday - Friday

Weekend Frequency: N/A

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.