Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

1029 Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono; Dunmore (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan, direct, and administer OT programs to restore function and promote independence for patients. The OT will assess patient conditions based on physician diagnoses, develop plans of care with patients and families, and facilitate participation in daily living activities.

The role requires delivering evidence-based therapies, documenting progress, and coordinating with the care team across multiple sites, including

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy and appropriate clinical experience.
• Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning when evaluating patients.
• Ability to communicate with patients, families, and colleagues in a friendly, supportive manner.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and implements OT plans of care to restore function and prevent disability.
• Delivers treatment using evidence-based therapy techniques including therapeutic exercises and ADL training.
• Performs reassessment and adjusts OT plans as needed.
• Documents patient progress and communicates with supervisors and the care team.
• Provide supervision in accordance with regulatory requirements and departmental policies.

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Evaluates, plans, directs, and administers programs of Occupational Therapy (OT) and plans and conducts OT programs to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence. Provides assessment of the patient condition based on diagnosis from the referring physician. Develops and updates an appropriate plan of care in collaboration with patient and family to assist in returning them to their maximum level of function. Facilitates participation in everyday living. Improves and facilitates quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands on care, and patient education. Helps people regain or maintain their independence and lead active lives.

Job Duties

• Establishes and implements appropriate occupational therapy plans of care to restore function prevent disability and help patients reach their maximum performance level.
• Implements an individualized treatment plan through the use of skilled evidence based therapy techniques such as therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, and modalities.
• Provides occupational therapy treatment consistent with the patient's needs assessment.
• Performs reassessment when indicated and modifies occupational therapy plans accordingly.
• Communicates patient progress and physical limitations to a supervisor, physician, and other team members.
• Implements an occupational therapy plan of care to individuals based on age specific and population specific needs utilizing a developmental and patient family directed approach.
• Provides supervision in accordance with regulatory requirements, as appropriate.
• Establishes an occupational therapy treatment plan with measurable goals and time frames.
• Provides cost effective care in accordance with departmental billing guidelines.
• Completes and submits all documentation based on policies/standards and regulatory requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Occupational Therapy Less than 1 year Successfully completed clinical experiences as required by the school program.
• Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning in synthesizing data gathered in the evaluation and identifying treatment diagnoses.
• Ability to work at various locations per diem.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy techniques.
• Must be able to communicate with patients, family, and co-workers in a friendly, supportive manner.
• Must be able to provide safe, compassionate, and competent occupational therapy treatments.
• Ability to travel to patient care assignments - Home Care only.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree Occupational Therapy or Doctorate Occupational Therapy 1 year Clinical experience required for Home Care.

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry 40-50 lbs.
• Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight.
• Frequent to continuous standing/walking.
• Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift.
• *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift: Day Shift Address: 1010 ONeill Hwy Primary Location: Dunmore - 1010 O'Neill Highway Position Type: Onsite Union: Not Applicable Work Schedule: As needed Mon-Thur 7am-7pm, Fri 7am-4pm Department: 1029-00328 DC -Rehab Services at Dunmore

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