Occupational Therapist PRN, As needed

Norton Healthcare; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Healthcare in Jeffersonville, Indiana is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess, plan, implement and evaluate therapies for patients from neonate to geriatric. You will maintain documentation and collaborate with families and health care providers.

The role emphasizes growth and development, education for patients and families, and applying developmental knowledge in care plans. Experience preferred is welcome, but state licensure is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Current state OT license is required.
• One year of experience in occupational therapy is preferred.
• Master's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient and family occupational therapy needs across age groups.
• Plan, implement and evaluate treatments.
• Maintain thorough documentation of patient treatments.
• Address educational needs for patients, families, and other health care providers.

Skills

State OT license

Education

Bachelor Degree in Occupational Therapy

Master Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Responsibilities

The role of the Occupational Therapist is to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient/family occupational therapy needs for patients aged neonate/infant (birth to 1 year), pediatric (1-12 years), adolescent (12-18), adult (18-65 years), and geriatric (over 65 years); maintains documentation on patient treatments. The Occupational Therapist will evaluate, assess, plan, and implement treatment according to the findings. Addresses educational needs for patients, families, and other health care providers; applies knowledge of growth and development in patient interactions; performs other related duties as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor Degree
• Occupational Therapist (State)

Desired:

• One year in occupational therapy
• Master Degree