Acute Care Occupational Therapist

Therapist Position

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

The therapist will evaluate and implement a plan of treatment as appropriate and related to resident's current medical diagnosis(s). The Therapist will perform care within the State and Federal Occupational Therapy Practice Regulation.EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• The therapist is able to integrate the five elements of patient/client management: Examination, Evaluation, Diagnosis, Prognosis, Intervention
• Will be able to identify appropriate tests and measures necessary to guide them in making the right decision for intervention.
• Will be able to implement and modify treatment plans in accordance with the patient's needs.
• Will be able to identify when a re-assessment or discharge should occur.
• Will possess the skills necessary to determine need for intervention through a screen.
• Will complete all clinical documentation clearly and in compliance with company, state, federal and intermediary guidelines.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Occupational Therapy

EXPERIENCE

6 months preferred in rehab setting.

LICENSURE

Current Occupational Therapy State of Connecticut licensure

Acute care experience required.

YNHHS Requisition ID 178577