Occupational Therapist (OT) - Acute Care - PRN - Kings Mills Hospital

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Looking to fill PRN positions at our new hospital Kings Mills!

Evaluates, plans, and implements Occupational Therapy services for the patient according to standards of practice of the profession, laws governing practice by the State of Ohio, and facility and department policies and procedures.  Collaborates with the patient, family, and treatment team to maximize functional outcomes for the patient.

• Obtains and interprets prescriptions/orders for services with physician/referral source as required.  Assesses and evaluates patients using appropriate non-standardized and standardized tests.  Ensures completion of patient pre-certification/authorization requirements as needed.  Completes thorough charting of services.  Demonstrates knowledge in growth and development necessary for evaluation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. (pediatric as required by site).
• Develops individualized treatment program consistent with patient’s age, diagnosis, functional status, and personal goals.  The patient and/or family/caregiver are included in development of attainable goals.
• Selects and administers appropriate techniques, modalities, and interventions to maximize outcomes.  Monitors patient’s response to treatment and modifies the plan as needed.  Demonstrates knowledge in growth and development necessary for treatment of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients (pediatric as required by site). Locations for treatment and evaluation include the hospital/clinic and settings in the community.
• Effectively communicates to patient, family/caregiver and treatment team both orally and in writing.
• Collaborates with the patient, family/caregiver and treatment team in planning for discharge.  Provides patient and family/caregiver education and training.  Makes appropriate discharge recommendations and obtains and/or recommends appropriate assistive equipment.
• Promotes the profession by participating in the Clinical Education program and providing education to others. 
• Maintains competency by participation in continuing education, in-services and other learning opportunities.  Meets standards for all required reviews of competency.
• Shares responsibility for common goals of the team by carrying caseload consistent with peers, maintaining the work environment and inventories, adjusting individual responsibilities to meet needs of department/work environment and positively representing department and profession to others.  
• Participates in process improvement by identification of improvement opportunities for patient care, data collection and solutions to identified problems.

MINIMUM EDUCATION

Required: Graduate of accredited program in Occupational Therapy with minimum of a Bachelor's degree.  Holds a current Occupational Therapy license from the State of Ohio in good standing.  Maintains CPR Certification.

Preferred: Graduate of accredited program in Occupational Therapy with Masters level degree.  Certification in a specialty area, for example: CHT, NDT, Lyphedema, etc

Minimum Years and Type of Experience: Experience preferred but not required

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: Experience with electronic medical records

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. 

What we offer
•    Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
•    Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
•    Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
•    Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
 

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.