Occupational Therapist-Inpatient

Overview

Shift: PRN, as needed. You will be required to work (1) 8 hour shift per month, (2) weekends per year and (1) holiday per year.


The Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for all aspects of occupational therapy service delivery and is accountable for safety and effectiveness of the occupational therapy service delivery process. Occupational Therapy services can be provided for habilitation, rehabilitation and promotion of health and wellness for clients with disabilities and non-disability related needs. Services promote acquisition and preservation of occupational identity for those who have or are at risk for developing an illness, injury, disease, disorder, condition, impairment, disability, activity limitation or participation restriction.


Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.


Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.


And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.


Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, and implement individualized OT treatment plans for inpatient populations
• Assist patients in regaining functional independence in activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Educate patients and families on adaptive techniques and home safety
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes
• Document patient progress accurately and comply with hospital policies and regulatory standards

Qualifications

Education:

• Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree

Certification/License:

• Active, Occupational Therapist license issued by the Iowa Department of Public Health
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or within three (3) months from date of hire