Occupational Therapist PRN- East

Community Health Network; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan, and provide therapy for disabled patients. This role emphasizes a safe environment to ensure positive patient outcomes and effective teamwork.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy and a valid Indiana license. Prior experience in an Acute Care setting is preferred. Applicants should have a strong understanding of anatomy, therapy techniques, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited OT program is required.
• Must have a valid Indiana Occupational Therapist license or temporary permit.
• Previous experience in an Acute Care hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, and provide therapy for disabled patients.
• Establish and maintain a safe environment for effective team functioning.
• Communicate effectively with staff, peers, and patients.

Skills

Knowledge in anatomy/physiology

Communication Skills

Therapy Techniques

Education

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited OT program

Valid Indiana Occupational Therapist license

Job description

Join Community Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state‑of‑the‑art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered — and we couldn’t do it without you.

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist evaluate, plan, and provides therapy for the disabled patient. This role also establishes and maintains a safe environment conducive to effective team functioning, positive patient outcomes and personal safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree from and accredited OT program is required
• Must have a valid Indiana Occupational Therapist license or temporary permit
• Previous experience in an Acute Care hospital setting working with adults preferred
• Must be knowledgeable in anatomy/physiology, evaluation and therapy, theoretical concepts and techniques, current materials and technological advances, and new professional trends.
• You will effectively provide quality service to impaired individuals and communicate effectively with staff, peers, patients, families, physicians, and all internal/external customers.
• An ability to incorporate a basic understanding of the behaviors, developmental needs, physical needs, emotional needs, and comfort of the child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient will help.