Acute Care Occupational Therapist

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

The therapist will evaluate and implement a plan of treatment as appropriate and related to resident's current medical diagnosis(s). The Therapist will perform care within the State and Federal Occupational Therapy Practice Regulation.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• 1. 1. The therapist is able to integrate the five elements of patient/client management: ? Examination ? Evaluation ? Diagnosis ? Prognosis ? Intervention
• 2. 2. Will be able to identify appropriate tests and measures necessary to guide them in making the right decision for intervention.
• 3. 3. Will be able to implement and modify treatment plans in accordance with the patient's needs.
• 4. 4. Will be able to identify wen a re-assessment or discharge should occur.
• 5. 5. Will posses the skills necessary to determine need for intervention through a screen.
• 6. 6. Will complete all clinical documentation clearly and in compliance with company, state, federal and intermediary guidelines.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Occupational Therapy

EXPERIENCE

6 months preferred in rehab setting.

LICENSURE

2. Current Occupational Therapy State of Connecticut licensure

Acute Care Experience required.