Therapist-Occupational I

Baptist; McKenzie (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in McKenzie, Tennessee is seeking an entry-level Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients and develop treatment plans aimed at restoring function. The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited OT program and possess basic computer skills. Responsibilities include assessing patients, creating care plans, and providing discharge planning information. This role requires OT licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring basic computer skills.
• OT licensure and BLS certification required within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess patients to establish goals.
• Develop written care plans and document interventions.
• Provide discharge planning and patient education.
• Contribute to staff and student development.

Skills

Basic computer literacy skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited OT program

Job description

• Business Unit BMH Carroll County Hospital
• Department Occupational Therapy

Job Description

Job Summary

Evaluates and assesses patients to establish functional, measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities. Provides treatment according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Plans for discharge and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Provides leadership support, participates on hospital committees, serves as a resource and ambassador for performance improvement to clinical and management staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.
• Develops a written plan of care.
• Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.
• Documents interventions/care in the patient\'s medical record.
• Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care. Reassesses patient\'s functional status.
• Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
• Contributes to the development of staff and students.
• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

• #N/A
• Entry level

Education

• Graduate of an accredited OT program.

Training

• Advanced training and/or certification in area of primary practice.

Special Skills

• Basic computer literacy skills.

Licensure

• OT;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE