Occupational Therapist - Home Health - Multiple Locations

Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)

LOCATION: THIS POSITION WILL COVER ORANGEBURG AND COLLETON COUNTIES

HOURS: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Job Summary:

The Occupational Therapist plays a crucial role in enhancing patients' ability to perform daily tasks related to work and life. They conduct assessments, devise treatment plans based on physician referrals, and document patient progress. This encompasses outpatient, inpatient, pediatric, and off-site settings.

Essential Functions:

• Review physician referrals and patient medical history to determine therapy needs.
• Conduct and document patient evaluations, re-evaluations, and treatment plans according to department protocols.
• Administer prescribed occupational therapy treatments and create custom equipment for individual needs.
• Develop programs focusing on functional skills, vocational training, daily activities, and motor skills.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment goals and plans as necessary, participating in patient care conferences.
• Educate patients and families on at-home treatment procedures.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.


Required Licensing & Certifications:

Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of current practice or meet all qualifications for traineeship or temporary license in the state of current practice (required)


BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)


Experience:

2 years of experience in equivalent setting (preferred)


Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients

• Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.

• Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress.

• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families.

• Requires the ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals.

• Demonstrates critical thinking skills.

Training:

None

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.


As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:
Home Health Services - OT - Roper Hospital

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at View email address on click.appcast.io.