Occupational Therapist - Part Time

IRMC Main Hospital; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IRMC Main Hospital in Pennsylvania seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients referred for therapy, develop individualized treatment plans, and implement interventions to improve ADLs, cognition, and independence. The role includes caregiver education, adaptive equipment recommendations, and home modifications.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document in the EHR, participate in discharge planning, and ensure compliance with CMS/JCAHO/AOTA standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Master’s or Doctorate in OT is preferred.
• 1+ year of experience in an inpatient hospital or rehabilitation setting is preferred.
• PA licensure as an occupational therapist is required; BLS certification is required or obtained within 1 month of hire.
• Valid PA driver’s license with good record and access to a vehicle is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients referred for occupational therapy using standardized assessments and clinical judgment.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings and patient goals.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve ADLs, fine motor skills, cognitive functioning, and overall independence.
• Provide caregiver education and recommend adaptive equipment and home modifications.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including PTs, SLPs, nurses, physicians, and social workers.
• Document assessments, plans, treatments, and progress notes in the EHR accurately and timely.
• Participate in discharge planning to ensure appropriate follow-up care and home safety.
• Maintain compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, and AOTA standards.
• Support student education and mentorship as appropriate.

Skills

Collaboration

Clinical assessment

ADL training

Documentation

Inpatient rehab

Education

B.S. in Occupational Therapy

M.S./OTD preferred

Job description

• Evaluate patients referred for occupational therapy using standardized assessments and clinical judgment.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings and patient goals.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve ADLs (activities of daily living), fine motor skills, cognitive functioning, and overall independence.
• Provide caregiver education and recommend appropriate adaptive equipment and home modifications.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, physicians, and social workers.
• Document all assessments, plans, treatments, and progress notes accurately and timely in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Participate in discharge planning to ensure appropriate follow-up care, home safety, and community resources.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable regulatory and professional standards (e.g., CMS, Joint Commission, AOTA).
• Support student education and mentorship as appropriate.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy required, Master’s or Doctorate preferred
• EXPERIENCE: 1+ years of experience in an inpatient hospital or rehabilitation setting preferred
• LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
  • BLS certification required or obtained within 1 month of hire
  • Licensure as an occupational therapist in Pennsylvania
  • Valid PA driver’s license with good record and access to a vehicle

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