Occupational Therapist (PRN)

Job Number:
31901

Location:
Phoebe Northwest

Street Address:
2336 Dawson Rd

City, State:
Albany, Georgia

Zip Code:
31707

Department:
PPMH OP OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Shift:

Job Type:
PRN/Per Diem

Posted Date:
2025-08-05

Job Description Summary:
Plan and implement specific treatment programs for individuals and patient groups according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team. Document all patient treatments/encounters at each visit. Use equipment/technology to achieve the best outcomes.

Description:

Join Our Team as an Occupational Therapist!

At Phoebe, we're more than a healthcare system - we're a community built on compassion, excellence, integrity, and teamwork. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and improve the health of the communities we serve. If you're committed to providing high-quality therapy services and supporting patients in achieving their highest level of independence, we'd love for you to join us.

As an Occupational Therapist, You Will Be Responsible For:

• Planning and implementing individualized and group treatment programs in accordance with occupational therapy principles.
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
• Documenting all patient treatments and encounters at each visit.
• Utilizing equipment and technology to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications:
Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy - Required
• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy - Preferred

Work Experience:

• 1-2 years of experience in Occupational Therapy - Preferred

Licenses & Certifications:

• Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) - Required
• Georgia State License for Occupational Therapy - Required

Essential Functions:
Outcomes & Evaluations:

• Develops expected outcomes that guide continuity of care.
• Involves patient/family and other disciplines in determining expected outcomes.
• Modifies outcomes based on patient assessment changes.
• Includes patients and involved parties in evaluation.
• Evaluates plans based on patient responses and expected outcomes.
• Documents evaluation results clearly and accurately.

Care Processes:

• Provides compassionate patient care and implements treatment plans.
• Bases care decisions on the established plan of care.
• Monitors and documents patient responses.
• Establishes rapport and adapts communication to patient needs.
• Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment.
• Delivers effective therapeutic interventions.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.
• Manages challenging or emotional patient situations professionally.

Assessment & Diagnosis:

• Collects data systematically and continuously.
• Identifies issues and develops diagnoses based on assessment findings.
• Prioritizes data collection according to patient condition and needs.
• Identifies expected outcomes and plans based on assessment results.

Care Planning & Implementation:

• Develops individualized plans addressing patient diagnoses.
• Ensures care continuity through clear plans for the care team.
• Implements plans safely and in a timely manner.
• Documents implementation and any changes to the plan.
• Consults with healthcare providers and makes appropriate referrals.
• Utilizes community resources and systems to support care.

Documentation:

• Submits required documentation in a timely manner.
• Uses clear, accurate, and audience-appropriate terminology.
• Ensures documentation conforms to organizational standards, style, and format.
• Records processes, policies, products, and service information accurately.

Technology & Equipment Use:

• Demonstrates technical skill with appropriate therapy equipment.
• Understands equipment operation and maintenance needs.
• Troubleshoots when problems arise.
• Uses technology to increase productivity.
• Adapts to new equipment or technology solutions.

Additional Duties:

• Adheres to hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Performs all responsibilities in alignment with the organization's core values, mission, and vision.
• Maintains current knowledge through education and training.
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services, requirements, and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency in providing care to all patients based on age, weight, and demonstrated needs.
• For non-clinical areas, completes age-specific customer service training.
• Wears appropriate protective clothing and equipment as required.