Staff Occupational Therapist - Full Time - Day Shift - Detroit/Livonia

Davita Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Detroit is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to deliver high-quality patient care across two locations. The role involves comprehensive patient assessments and treatment planning while adhering to regulatory standards. Join a collaborative team that emphasizes continuous education and optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Environmental assessment and treatment of patients.
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Current State of Michigan licensure is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessment, treatment, and discharge planning.
• Documents patient care and billing timely.
• Communicates with healthcare providers to ensure optimal care.

Skills

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Occupational Therapy bachelor degree

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

• This position is split between two sites, Detroit Second Avenue and Livonia


• Performs OT evaluation and uses treatments to develop, recover, or maintain the daily living and work skills of patients.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs patient assessment, treatment, discharge planning and collaboration with other health care providers.


• Documents patient care and billing information timely and in accordance with department standards.


• Communicates with co-workers, and other professionals, including physicians and nurses as needed to ensure optimal patient care.


• Functions as a team member in care of patients and in mentoring with other staff.


• Delegates aspects of patient care to support staff per OT/OTA MI Licensure Administrative Rules providing necessary communication and supervision.


• Maintains clinical productivity standards.


• Maintains technical clinical expertise through ongoing clinical education.


• Participates in in-services, staff meetings, quality activities and aspects of program development.


• Maintains awareness of patient safety issues within the clinic and in the use of equipment. Assists in the maintenance of patient care equipment as needed.


• Maintains patient confidentiality according to HFHS HIPAA policies.


• Maintains adherence to all applicable Federal/State law/regulations, AOTA standards of practice, MI Licensure requirements, the HFHS Integrity/ Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, as well as all other HFHS policies and procedures.


• If requested, represents HFHS at community and professional functions.


• Participates in student education programs


• May have other duties assigned as needed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Occupational Therapy bachelor degree acquired from an Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) accredited program.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Current State of Michigan licensure


• Current CPR certification (or obtain within 90 days of hire)

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Medical Group


• Department: Occupational Therapy-Second Av


• Shift: Day Job


• Union Code: Not Applicable