PRN Occupational Therapist

Penn Medicine; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their team at Chester County Hospital. Responsible for developing therapy plans and providing patient care, this role offers a comprehensive benefits package. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Occupational Therapy and relevant licensure. Become part of a dedicated team shaping the future of health care.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation and benefits program

Prepaid tuition assistance program

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current Pennsylvania State license required.
• CPR certification and NBCOT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement Occupational Therapy programs.
• Instruct patients and families on therapeutic techniques.
• Maintain documentation and complete billing data entry.

Skills

Excellent Communication

Customer Service Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Occupational Therapy

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Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Entity: CCH

Location: Chester County Hospital - 701 E Marshall St, West Chester, PA 19380

Hours: 0.01 FTE (PRN), Day Shift. Schedule includes one Saturday (8-hour shift) in a four-week rotation as well as weekday availability as needed.

Position Summary:

• Responsible for planning, participation in and supervising Occupational Therapy programs according to electronic orders received and the individual needs of the patient/family identified during evaluation.
  
  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the daily plan of care and administering clinical treatments.
• Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program.
• Instruct, motivate, safeguard and assist patients as they practice exercises and functional activities.
• Confer with occupational/physical therapy staff or others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment.
• Observe patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on patients' responses and progress, and report to Lead Occupational Therapist.
• Secure patients into, onto, or with therapy equipment.
• Maintains appropriate and timely documentation, for all patients treated, on the electronic medical record or charting system.
• Completes all billing data entry including daily charges and appropriate coding.
• Monitor support personnel (therapy assistants, students and volunteers)
• Participate in Department Operations (Billing, Phones, Scheduling, etc).
• Maintain Department & Health System Competencies. Maintain licensure and educational requirements as mandated by PA Board of Examiners.
  
  

Education Training and Experience:

• Graduate of a Bachelor, Master or Doctorate degree curriculum in Occupational Therapy accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association. (Required)
• Prior experience (Preferred)
• One year acute experience (Preferred)
• Knowledge of Universal Precaution Procedures
• Excellent Communication and Customer Service Skills
  
  

Licensure/Certification:

• Current Pennsylvania State license (Required)
• CPR certification (Required)
• National Occupational Therapy Examination (NBCOT) (Preferred)
• Professional Association Certifications (Preferred)
  
  

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices

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