Provides occupational therapy services to patients needing to develop, recover and maintain occupational skills.
Responsibilities
Supervises and delegates the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established licensing laws, state regulations and practice standards. Mentors peers and students.
Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the healthcare team as well as the patient/family.
Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services.
Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition including type and frequency of treatment.
Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress. Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support resources.
Competencies:
ACCOUNTABILITY, CLINICAL POLICIES AND STANDARDS, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DOCUMENTATION, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Education and Certification Requirements:
Accredited Program: Occupational Therapy (Required)BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), Occupational Therapy License (OT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
Additional Job Information:
Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Bending and Stooping = 80%
Climbing = 40%
Keyboard Entry = 80%
Kneeling = 60%
Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80%
Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential
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Benefits
Health insuranceVision insurance
Additional Information
Location:
Hollywood, Florida
Memorial Rehabilitation Institute provides highly specialized care ranging from complex multiple trauma, stroke and brain injury to physical and speech therapy. Inpatient care is offered at Memorial Regional Hospital South, with outpatient care available in five different locations. We also have a home health team and resources for long-term care at Memorial Manor, while also offering therapy for pediatric developmental diagnosis through Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital.
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