Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

Ernest-Health; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

The Rehabilitation Hospital of Northern Indiana in Mishawaka, IN seeks an Occupational Therapist for per diem coverage. You will evaluate patients in an inpatient rehab setting, address motor and cognitive goals, and help patients relearn daily living activities.

Candidates must hold an OT license and BLS/CPR, with prior rehab hospital experience preferred. This per diem role offers flexible scheduling within the South Bend area.

Qualifications

• Current license as an Occupational Therapist (OT).
• Basic Life Support/CPR certification required.
• One year of rehabilitation hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and help them improve motor functions and reasoning; teach tasks for daily living and work environments.

Skills

OT licensure

CPR/BLS

Rehab experience

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapist - Per Diem- Mishawaka, Indiana (South Bend area)

Rehabilitation Hospital of Northern Indiana in Mishawaka, Indiana (South Bend area) is a cutting-edge inpatient rehabilitation facility focused on helping patients reclaim their lives after serious injuries or illnesses. We provide intensive rehab care for stroke survivors, individuals with brain or spinal cord injuries, multiple trauma, and other debilitating conditions. Our hospital’s expert team – including board-certified rehabilitation physicians (physiatrists), therapists, and nurses – work together to deliver personalized therapy programs aimed at restoring mobility, communication, and daily living skills. With a state-of-the-art therapy gym and a compassionate approach to care, we offer an ideal setting for healing and improvement. Fully accredited and consistently praised for our patient outcomes, Rehabilitation Hospital of Northern Indiana proudly serves patients across the region with high-quality, individualized rehabilitative care.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist required
• Basic Life Support/CPR card required
• One year of experience in the care of patients in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Evaluates patients and helps them improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but also compensate for permanent loss of function by teaching them to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. These patients may have conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling. May also assist patients in selecting appropriate adaptive equipment and assistive devices. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.