Occupational Therapist - Upper Extremity & ADL Rehab

Methodist Hospitals; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Hospitals seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients across the lifespan who have reduced upper extremity function or ADL performance due to trauma, surgery, or illness.

The role requires creating and implementing individualized treatment plans, educating patients and families, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to maximize independence and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist required.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Designs and executes treatment plans based on assessments.
• Documents assessments and interventions accurately and timely.
• Educates patients and family members.
• Evaluates patients' upper extremity function and ADLs performance.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary meetings and case reviews.
• Supervises COTA as needed.
• Supervises OT and COTA students as needed.

Skills

Developmental knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

OT clinical competence

Ages: infant to geriatric

Education

Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy

CPR certification

Licensed Occupational Therapist

Job description

Methodist Hospitals seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients across the lifespan who have reduced upper extremity function or ADL performance due to trauma, surgery, or illness.

The role requires creating and implementing individualized treatment plans, educating patients and families, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to maximize independence and safety.