Occupational Therapist — Rehab for Independence

Owensboro Health; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital in the Rehabilitation department seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with deficits affecting daily living skills, under the 0.9 FTE schedule. You will design and implement therapy plans to improve independence and functioning.

The role requires Kentucky OT licensure, NBCOT certification, and BLS within 90 days. You will supervise OT/OTA students and educate families to support discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy required upon hire.
• OT - Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in Kentucky required upon hire.
• OTR - Registered Occupational Therapist from NBCOT required upon hire.
• BLS - Certified as Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient’s ability to safely perform independent living skills.
• Designs the plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
• Implements treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
• Documents progress notes and findings.
• Monitors and modifies plan of care; seeks consultation as needed.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Work under minimal supervision

Ability to work in stressful环境

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital in the Rehabilitation department seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with deficits affecting daily living skills, under the 0.9 FTE schedule. You will design and implement therapy plans to improve independence and functioning.

The role requires Kentucky OT licensure, NBCOT certification, and BLS within 90 days. You will supervise OT/OTA students and educate families to support discharge planning.