Occupational Therapist Clinical Specialist

We are searching for an Occupational Therapist someone who works well in a fast-paced this position youll plan evaluate organize and implement occupational therapy treatment programs in a developmentally and age-appropriate manner.

Think youve got what it takes

Scheduling: 5x8hrs or 4x9hrs and a half day for improving the outpatient options for patients.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Complete patient evaluations and reassessments in accordance with hospital and department guidelines
• Develop an individualized plan of care based on evaluation findings
• Develop measurable long-term and short-term goals
• Manage the schedule effectively to maintain productivity expectations
• Participate in ongoing communication and collaboration with other members of the patients interdisciplinary care team
• Monitor patient response to treatment intervention
• Recommend appropriate adaptive equipment and/or termination of treatment when appropriate
• Collaborate with the clinic/program team to assess the need for clinical support
• Ensure patient authorization prior to providing therapy treatment
• Assess patient and family needs regarding their level of understanding readiness to learn ability to assimilate information and the most desirable method of teaching
• Develop and instruct the patient and family for appropriate home treatment programs
• Document the patient information in the electronic medical record
  

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Skills & Requirements

• Bachelors degree in occupational therapy required
• OT certification required
• 2 years pediatric and/or clinical experience preferred