Therapist-Occupational - Occupational Therapist - West Union, IA, United States - Good Samaritan Society Careers

Description

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility:
GSS IA West Union Ctr


Location:
West Union, IA

Address: 201 Hall St, West Union, IA 52175, USA


Shift:
Day


Job Schedule:
Full time


Pay Info:
$10,000 to $20,000 Sign On Bonus

10,000 to $20,000 Sign On Bonus

$000 for experienced therapist and a $20,000 for new graduates (requires a 3 year commitment)

Brand new Inpatient/Outpatient Therapy Space in Waukon and remodel complete in West Union. Assesses clients/patients/residents and designs occupational therapy treatments. Help clients/patients/residents to develop, maintain and recover their ability to perform tasks in client s/patient s/resident's occupations of life. The therapist conducts evaluations and provides interventions for clients/patients/residents who have functional, cognitive or behavioral impairments.

Occupational Therapist evaluate physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial abilities of clients/patients/residents; developing realistic therapy goals and administering appropriate occupational therapy programs.

Documents client's/patient's/resident's information for evaluation; Provides clients/patients/residents education designed to enhance understanding and improve functional outcomes. Knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related treatments and evaluations relating to the needs of clients/patients/residents. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients/residents.

Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide patient/resident care, treatment, or other services.

Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership.

Dependent on facility and location, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care, and outpatient environments.

When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified through the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

In the state of South Dakota and Iowa, new graduates in the process of testing with the board, will be considered with the possession of a temporary license.

The Good Samaritan Society offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees.

Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.

The Good Samaritan Society is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call or send an email to .The Good Samaritan Society has a Drug Free Workplace Policy.

Job Function:
Allied Health