Occupational Therapist: Rehab, Independence & Discharge

Aurora Health Care; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care is seeking a Licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide therapy to improve daily living activities. The role involves collaboration with physicians and a multidisciplinary team, documentation, and discharge planning.

Responsibilities include implementing treatments, fabricating assistive devices, ensuring safety, and meeting productivity and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in the state of practice; BLS may be required.
• No experience required.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated organization, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Must complete competency assessments and maintain hospital-based certifications.

Responsibilities

• Interprets referrals and evaluates patient abilities and impact on daily living.
• Establishes plan of care and implements treatment; fabricates assistive devices as needed.
• Monitors outcomes and adjusts treatment; communicates with physicians and teammates.
• Completes discharge planning and patient/family instruction; coordinates with community services.
• Performs documentation, billing, scheduling, and adheres to policies and timelines.
• Supervises OT staff and students when applicable.
• Maintains safety, infection control, and equipment readiness.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Aurora Health Care is seeking a Licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide therapy to improve daily living activities. The role involves collaboration with physicians and a multidisciplinary team, documentation, and discharge planning.

Responsibilities include implementing treatments, fabricating assistive devices, ensuring safety, and meeting productivity and compliance standards.