Occupational Therapist- York Hospital- Day/Evening

WellSpan Health; York (York County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Education assistance

Financial education and support

Job summary

WellSpan Health is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to provide services at an entry to intermediate skills level. This full-time position includes responsibilities such as evaluating patients, planning therapy programs, and collaborating with medical personnel. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and be licensed upon hire.

The role offers a range of health benefits, retirement plans, and educational assistance. Join WellSpan Health in York County to make a positive impact on patient lives!

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year relevant experience in occupational therapy.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist and Basic Life Support required upon hire.
• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients using evidence-based techniques.
• Plans individualized therapy programs based on patient needs.
• Provides instruction in therapeutic procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of occupational therapy principles

Effective communication skills

Patient assessment abilities

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

General Summary

Provides occupational therapy services at an entry to intermediate skills level to individual patients according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy. Directs patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce and enhance performance; facilitates the learning of those skills and functions essential for adaptation and productivity.

Job Description

Full time (80 hours biweekly)

Monday - Friday Day/Evening

Weekend and holiday rotation

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient using evidence based evaluation techniques.
• Plans individualized occupational therapy program with a variety of sensorimotor, educational, recreational and social activities based on the individual’s physical capacity, intelligence level, and interests/goals.
• Provides instructions in therapeutic procedures to be continued by the patient.
• Coordinates occupational therapy activities in collaboration with the other members of the interdisciplinary team to facilitate achievement of goals established.
• Conducts or participates in training medical and nursing personnel in occupational therapy techniques and objectives.
• Utilizes safe patient handling techniques for all patient transfers, lifts and positioning.
• Provides supervision of COTAs and Rehab Aides as required by PA practice act.

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
• Maintains patient record, as required by profession, with accurate documentation to support medical necessity and functional abilities.
• Ensures the process design of established policies/procedures, objectives, quality management, safety, environment and infection control standards are utilized consistently.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.
• Acts as a role model in Red Rules compliance with a focus on hand hygiene and patient identifiers.
• Collaborates with other team members to create a culture of patient centeredness and clinical excellence.
• Utilizes SBAR as a standard method of communication in all aspects of patient care.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: Bachelors Degree Required

Work Experience: Less than 1 year Relevant experience. Required

Licenses: Licensed Occupational Therapist Upon Hire Required; Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required

Courses And Training: Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy. Upon Hire Required

Benefits Offered

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support, including DailyPay
• Expanded Paid Parental Leave
• Sign-on Bonus Eligible
• Continuing Education Units (CEUs) fully covered

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