Occupational Therapist PRN, As Needed

Norton Healthcare, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Healthcare, Inc. in Louisville seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to assess, plan, implement and evaluate OT services for patients from neonate to geriatric. You will collaborate with families and healthcare teams to achieve patient goals and improve daily functioning.

The role emphasizes documentation, developmentally informed care, and education for patients and caregivers within a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree required; Occupational Therapist licensure in the state.
• Master Degree preferred; advanced OT education is desired.
• One year of occupational therapy experience is preferred.
• Master Degree in Occupational Therapy is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient/family occupational therapy needs across age groups.
• Maintain documentation of patient treatments and plans.
• Address educational needs for patients, families, and other health care providers; apply growth and development knowledge.

Education

Bachelor Degree (OT licensure)

Master Degree

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