Occupational Therapist I: GMH, Full Time, Days

Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job Summary: Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to principles and practices of occupational therapy. Participates in operational and clinical functions for the department, hospital and corporation. Provides direction and assistance to Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapy Students, and Therapy Aides in the area of patient care. Complies with laws and regulations of appropriate state and federal agencies and Joint Commission guidelines. An advanced level of clinical and interpersonal skills are required. Behaviours that support the purpose statements of the department and hospital are expected. Accountabilities: Performs appropriate initial occupational therapy evaluations and re-evaluations and designs an occupational therapy plan of care - 25% -Accurately performs and interprets standardized evaluations appropriate for the patient Implements and manages a specific and comprehensive treatment plan, and participates in patient discharge planning - 15% -Demonstrates working knowledge of various Occupational Therapy techniques with flexib...