Occupational Therapist - Camden, United States - West Tennessee Healthcare

Description

Category:

Rehab/TherapyCity:CamdenState:TennesseeShift:

Job Description Summary:

Provides quality occupational therapy services to most diagnoses, including evaluation, intervention and education, program planning and implementation, discharge planning, related documentation, and communication.

Under the general supervision of the occupational therapy supervisor, or program manager, and the clinical supervision of a mentor, the Staff Occupational Therapist treats a variety of diagnoses per department standards, as assigned by the mentor.

The employee is subject to call back and overtime as required by the hospital.

ResponsibilitiesUse appropriate tests and measurements for the patient's age and problems that lead to an accurate understanding of the problems.

Develop objective and measurable goals that are supported by the evaluation.
Develop a treatment plan that is supported by the goals.

Reevaluate and redefine goals and treatment plan in accordance with the patient's needs and per the department policy and procedures.

Plan, organize and adjust the daily schedule to optimally use available time, space and equipment in order to provide the best possible treatment.

Utilize the appropriate treatment techniques, based on the latest information available and standards of practice, for selected diagnosis and meet the plan of treatment.

The expectation of Productivity noted in each different cost center/clinic Possible related activities as assigned to include educational activities; ie teaching classes for public or peers; participation in health or community fairs; and/or marketing services to your particular market share.

QualificationsEDUCATION:
B.S. or entry-level M.S. degree in occupational therapy.


LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION:
License to practice occupational therapy in the State of Tennessee.
BLS for Healthcare providers obtained during the probationary period and maintained during employment.


EXPERIENCE:

N/ANONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENTWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.