Outpatient Occupational Therapist - Per Diem & Growth

Day Kimball Health; Killingly (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay-for-Performance

Shift Differentials

Career Growth

401(k) Plan

Pet Insurance

Wellness Programs

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Day Kimball Health is hiring an Occupational Therapist to join our outpatient Physical Medicine Department in Danielson, CT. The role involves organizing and administering prescribed occupational therapy programs to reduce disability and help patients achieve maximum functional potential.

Responsibilities include evaluating and treating patients, documenting progress, educating patients and families, and collaborating with physicians.

Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Connecticut licensure is required.
• Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent within 3 months of hire.
• Minimum of one year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients as prescribed by referring physician.
• Records treatment, response, progress and discharge information in patient’s chart or computer.
• Educates patient, family and significant others regarding condition, treatment and home program.
• Routinely confers with physician and other practitioners regarding progress, regression or change of plan.
• Orients, instructs, and directs assistants, aides and students.
• Maintains professional growth by attending department meetings and educational conferences.
• Assists with planning and implementation of new programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

BS or MS in Occupational Therapy

CT Licensure

AHA CPR certification

1 year experience preferred

Job description

Day Kimball Health is hiring an Occupational Therapist to join our outpatient Physical Medicine Department in Danielson, CT. The role involves organizing and administering prescribed occupational therapy programs to reduce disability and help patients achieve maximum functional potential.

Responsibilities include evaluating and treating patients, documenting progress, educating patients and families, and collaborating with physicians.