Occupational Therapist Inpatient Part-Time

Job Description

Job Description

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A staff Occupational Therapist assumes responsibility in the daily activities of therapy services. This includes the potential for evaluating and developing treatment plans for outpatients. A staff therapist administers occupational therapy treatment to patients as defined in the Kansas Occupational Therapy Practice Act. A staff therapist has the responsibility for the overall direction, utilization, supervision, instruction, and evaluation of professional and supportive staff and students in their area of rehabilitation services.

Sign-On Bonus eligible.

Part Time and PRN options available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administers occupational therapy treatments as defined by the Kansas Occupational Therapy Practice Act, under the supervision of an OT.

• Prepares patients and therapy equipment for treatment sessions.

• Participates in the daily operations of therapy services, including patient care and general support.

• Assists with student supervision, including the instruction, direction, and evaluation of OTA students in the facility.

• Completes documentation and treatment records accurately and appropriately.

• Assists with organization of the therapy department, as needed.

• Performs other duties as assigned to support departmental operations.

Supervision & Collaboration:

• Reports to the  Director of Outpatient Services
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and experience:

• Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE), American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and/or be state licensed.
• Preferably a minimum of two (2) years' experience.
• Preferably a member of the AOTA and/or Kansas Occupational Therapy Association

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must know principles and practice of Occupational Therapy, be familiar with the American Occupational Therapy Association Code of Ethics.

Licensure and certifications:

• Must have/be eligible for State Licensure. Licensure must be obtained as per state law.
• Must have/be immediately obtain BLS. Must maintain BLS certification.

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