Occupational Therapist OT Per Diem

Per Diem Occupational Therapist

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

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Job Summary

Spaulding Outpatient Center - Lexington

Location: Lexington Pediatrics

Schedule: Afterschool Hours

Clinical Focus: Pediatric OT, feeding experience is preferred

Summary: Helps people of all ages to participate in the activities and occupations that are important to them. Routinely works with individuals who have physical, cognitive, developmental, or emotional challenges that affect their ability to perform everyday tasks.

Essential Functions

- Conduct assessments of patients' physical, mental, and developmental abilities.

- Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessments.

- Implement and monitor treatment plans, adjusting as needed.

- Provide education to patients and their families about therapeutic activities and exercises they can do at home.

- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, nurses, and physical therapists, to provide comprehensive care.

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and progress notes.

- Attend staff meetings, continuing education programs, and professional development activities to stay current with new techniques and best practices.

Qualifications

Education

Master's Degree Occupational Therapy required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Occupational Therapist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred

Experience

Occupational therapist experience 0-1 year preferred and Experience in a pediatric facility 0-1 year preferred

Sensory based feeding therapy experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Ability to work effectively with patients and co-workers.

- Knowledge of medical terminology.

- Excellent time management skills.

- Good oral and written communication skills.

- Excellent interpersonal skills required.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Work Location

300 First Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$38.30 - $57.59/Hourly

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