Acute Care Occupational Therapist Full Time

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: The Occupational Therapist provides evaluation and treatment of hospital inpatients and outpatients in a range of specialty programs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively with   patient , physicians, families,   community   and business contracts. Effectively applies clinical and academic knowledge into treatment and departmental programs. Demonstrates efficient,   appropriate documentation   skills as set by department policies and procedures. Demonstrates   mature   approach to professional employment status. Promotes a positive work environment by   demonstrating   teamwork. Practices effective communication in all interactions (patient, visitor, co-worker,   etc ,) Adheres to departmental policies and procedures. Participates   to   continuing education programs and department meetings. Demonstrates professional/ethical behavior. Adheres to professional code of ethics in the performance of duties in accordance   to   the AOTA. Participates appropriately in the supervisory relationship. Provides instruction for home care and treatment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy   from   accredited   university and licensure in the State of Michigan. Certification with the NBCOT preferred . Licensure: State of Michigan Licensure in good standing . Job Knowledge
• Must be able to apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and mechanical functioning of the body to specialized techniques in the treatment of patients.
• Must know how to position patients with various diseases in good functional positions so that injury or deformity   is prevented .
• Must understand and have   ability   to teach techniques and their application to different diagnoses.
• Must have working knowledge of various ADL techniques and their application to different diagnoses.
• Must have basic knowledge of various disease processes and their effect on the human body in relation to physical disabilities.
• Must be able to evaluate individual patient’s performance capacities and deficits.
• Must be able to plan and execute therapeutic program   appropriate to   defined goals.
• Must have knowledge in receiving   referral   from   doctor   and following mandates.
• Must have knowledge in obtaining all pertinent prognoses and contra-indicators from patient’s chart, medical records staff.
• Must have knowledge in setting goals and developing treatment programs according to defined goals.
• Must be able to   adapt   treatment when revision   is   indicated   by change in patient’s status.
• Must be able to note and record   patient’s   progress and   making   reports accessible to medical staff and other team members.
• Must have knowledge in preparing patients for discharge by providing   home   program.
• Must have knowledge in scheduling treatment times in conjunction with   patient’s   schedule of other services.
• Must be able to   maintain   equipment, perform minor repairs, and report major repairs.
• Must be willing to read books, articles, and attend educational conferences to improve existing OT programs, and to   benefit   knowledge as a therapist.
• Must   maintain   active membership in professional organizations.
• Must have knowledge in making recommendations to coordinate a total   of ,   consistent   program   that   meets   the needs of individual patients.
• Must be able to make written evaluation reports, periodic progress, and discharge notes and   participates   in oral reporting at team meetings.
• Designs, fabricates, and fits adaptive equipment   such as:   slings, splints, wheelchairs, utensil holders, etc. for patients.
• Must be able to direct activities and/or supervise SOTR and   COTA   students, assistants, volunteers.
• Must be able to   participate   in educational training programs   of   nursing students, volunteers, etc.
• Must be able to   establish   home programs when necessary;   demonstrates   and instructs patients and family in its execution.
• Must be able to keep   accurate   and orderly permanent records on patient treatment.
• Must have knowledge in requisition of supplies and equipment.
• Computer knowledge necessary for effective   utilization   of hospital systems. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Physical   Demands:
• Physically capable of performing the duties of an occupational therapist including walking, standing,   sitting   or bending, as   required   to   accomplish   the principal duties in a safe, reliable manner.
• Lifting, carrying light to moderately heavy occupational therapy equipment.
• Visual acuity required   administering   evaluations and providing treatment to patients.
• Hand dexterity and skills to handle various tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift/support   patient   of all weights. Special Demands :
• Willingness to work with a variety of physically disabled or mentally challenged individuals.
• Characteristics of warmth, tact, understanding, friendliness, in   established   productive, therapeutic   relationship   with patients.
• Creativity and adaptability in   establishing   and carrying out treatment programs.
• Skills of good observation   in order to   evaluate patient   performance for   through evaluation.
• Mental and emotional stability. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an

Equal Opportunity

Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.