Occupational Therapist PRN

Trinity Health; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Mason City, IA, is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and coordinate with families and the care team. You will document progress and communicate findings to the multidisciplinary staff and external agencies as needed.

The role requires an AOTA-approved OT degree, NBCOT certification, and Iowa OT licensure, with preferred acute care experience.

Qualifications

• Must have completed AOTA approved Occupational Therapy program (B.S./B.A./M.O.T./M.S./M.A.).
• NBCOT Certification is required (Registered).
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist, Registered in Iowa.
• Experience in an acute care setting preferred (1 year).

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients to obtain and interpret data for treatment planning and implementation.
• Develops treatment plans and provides therapeutic interventions per plan.
• Prepares written reports detailing diagnostics, interventions, progress and follow-up.
• Communicates with patients, families and multidisciplinary team members.
• Assists with discharge planning and home therapy programs.
• Completes required documentation and maintains department records.
• Promotes efficiency and ensures appropriate charges per productivity guidelines.

Skills

NBCOT Certification

Iowa Licensed OT

Acute care experience

Education

B.S./B.A./M.O.T./M.S./M.A. in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Employment Type:Part timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:To provide Occupational Therapy services to patients to include evaluation, assessment, treatment program planning and implementation, and related documentation, and communication.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Evaluates patients to obtain and interpret data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.
• Develops treatment plans, directs, supervises and treats patients in accordance with treatment plan using treatment modalities.
• Prepares written report of diagnostic findings, intervention techniques used, progress made and follow-up status in a time frame according to policy and procedure.
• Consults and communicates with patient, family and other multi disciplinary team members and contracted agencies.
• Assist multidisciplinary team with discharge planning and established home therapy programs.
• Completes required documentation on patients and maintains other department records in accordance with departmental and health center policies and procedures.
• Promotes efficient utilization of work time, resources/supplies. Ensures charges are appropriate based on services provided adhering to productivity guidelines.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of American Occupational Therapy Association approved Occupational Therapy Program with a B.S., B.A., M.O.T., M.S., or M.A. degree required.
• Successful completion of Occupational Therapy Certification Examination forOccupational Therapists, Registered and certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) required.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist, Registered in the State of Iowa required.
• Prefer demonstrated competence in an acute care setting for at least one year

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.