PRN Occupational Therapist

University Hospitals; Parma (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Parma, Ohio is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist to conduct therapy programs and develop treatment plans for patients. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Occupational Therapy and must be able to evaluate and educate patients on their health information. This role requires effective communication skills and the ability to manage patient mobility safely.

Qualifications

• Understanding of developmental and chronological age requirements for patients.
• Ability to provide safe patient treatment and assistance in mobility.

Responsibilities

• Organize and conduct Occupational Therapy program.
• Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on health information.

Skills

Evaluation and treatment skills

Professional initiative

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Job description

Job Description - PRN Occupational Therapist (250002F9)

A Brief Overview

Organizes and conducts Occupational Therapy program to facilitate the rehabilitation of people with physical and/or psychosocial disabilities. The Occupational Therapist directs the patient's participation in selected activities/treatments to restore, re-enforce and correct pathology to promote and/or maintain good health.

What You Will Do

• Performs evaluation(s) and develops an effective treatment plan appropriate to a patient’s rehabilitation needs within the care continuum.
• Educates patient/family/caregiver in applicable health information, treatment and prevention.
• Initiates and participates in the discharge planning process.
• Performs other department activities such as, but not limited to documentation, billing, support of department operations, etc.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Evaluation and treatment skills necessary to provide Occupational Therapy appropriate to the developmental and chronological age of patients on caseload. (Required proficiency)
• Professional initiative, objectivity, good time management and interpersonal skills. (Required proficiency)
• Physically, cognitively and perceptually able to provide patient treatment and able to assist in physical mobility of patients and equipment. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required within 90 Days)
• Is awaiting Ohio licensure status of Limited Permit (Required)
• Licensed by the State of Ohio to practice Occupational Therapy (Required)

Physical Demands

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Rarely
• Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
• Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
• Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
• Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
• Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
• Balancing Occasionally
• Stooping Frequently
• Kneeling Frequently
• Crouching Frequently
• Crawling Occasionally
• Reaching Frequently
• Handling Frequently
• Grasping Frequently
• Feeling Constantly
• Talking Constantly
• Hearing Constantly
• Repetitive Motions Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

• 10%