Occupational Therapist - PRN

Overview Occupational Therapist - PRN at Mary Free Bed. Mary Free Bed is a not-for-profit, nationally accredited rehabilitation hospital serving thousands of children and adults each year through inpatient, outpatient, sub-acute rehabilitation, orthotics and prosthetics and home and community programs. Our mission is to restore hope and freedom through rehabilitation. We strive to create a culture where patients and families are listened to and innovatively served. Mary Free Bed Summary We have the great privilege of helping patients and families re-build their lives. It is meaningful work with a culture of optimism and anticipation for patients who say they “Ask for Mary.” The growing Mary Free Bed Network provides patients throughout the state with access to our standard of care. Employment Value Proposition At Mary Free Bed, we take pride in our values-based culture: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Our commitment to an inclusive environment for patients, families, staff, and community through embracing diversity, equity, inclusion and the Mary Free Bed culture. Focus on Patient Care. A selfless drive to serve and heal connects all MFB employees. Clinical Variety and Challenge. An interdisciplinary approach creates ever-changing opportunities and activities. Family Culture. We offer the stability of a large organization while nurturing a family/team atmosphere. Trust in Each Other. Co-workers can be trusted to make the right decisions for our family, patients, staff, and community. A Proud Tradition. Years of dedicated, quality service yield a reputation our employees are proud of. Responsibilities and Qualifications Age Specific Responsibility Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in the assigned department. Must demonstrate knowledge of growth and development across the life span and the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status and interpret information needed to identify each patient’s age-specific requirements, providing care as described in department policies and procedures. Summary Assumes full responsibility for evaluating patients’ need for occupational therapy. Plans and executes individual treatment programs in accordance with the state of Michigan licensure and OT scope of practice. Keeps treatment skills updated through continuing education, evidence-based research, and program development. Performs job responsibilities in alignment with the program’s strategic objectives and goals. Essential Job Responsibilities Responsibilities relate to the MFB Pillars of Excellence (Q=Quality, S=Service, P=People, G=Growth, F=Financial). Provide patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of license, certification or registration as required by law. Provide patient care. Evaluate patient condition. Establish treatment goals in collaboration with patient and family and the treatment team; goals should be interdisciplinary and patient-centered. Establish written treatment plans and administer treatment; delegate responsibilities to occupational therapy assistants as appropriate. Re-evaluate patient status and effects of treatment; revise treatment plan as necessary. Review revised goals with patient and family as appropriate. Evaluate need for medical equipment and order equipment as necessary; instruct patient, family, and health care workers on use of equipment. Participate in discharge planning by considering and communicating with patient, family, community support/services, and environmental limitations. Demonstrate competence in relevant software and hardware; (Q). Document patient status and progress through evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries per internal/external standards and reimbursement guidelines (Q). Communicate with others to integrate occupational therapy treatment with all aspects of patient care (Q,S). Participate in conferences/discussions as needed and exchange of records with other team members to integrate occupational therapy treatment plan. Instruct patient and family in occupational therapy procedures and provide patient/family education including written instructions as necessary. Attend meetings and in-services as designated (Q,P). Follow hospital policy and procedures including patient confidentiality and infection control (Q). Meet or exceed program productivity expectations (F). Provide discipline-specific coverage within the Mary Free Bed system as requested (F,S). Adhere to Mary Free Bed Standards of Behavior when working with patients, coworkers, and community (Q,S,P). Support program operations as assigned (Q,S,P,G,F). May perform the following items to meet program or hospital needs (Q,S,P,G,F). Participate in orientation and training of new staff (Q,P). Serve as clinical instructor for occupational therapy students; supervise, teach, and evaluate skills of students; communicate with universities regarding student skill levels (S). Participate in program development and/or research activities. Meet or exceed clinical outcome collection standards and performance/improvement goals established by department leadership. Embrace Diversity, Equity and Inclusion by: treating everyone with dignity; opening more doors to opportunities for underrepresented cultures; growing talent and people; evaluating and eliminating disparities; taking action against injustices, bias, and racism; honoring differences and collaborating; educating staff, patients and communities; restoring hope and freedom together. Customer Service and Quality Improvement Customer Service Responsibilities Demonstrate excellent customer service and standards of behavior; encourage, coach, and monitor team members; promote teamwork and direct communication; handle confidential information discretely. Responsibilities in Quality Improvement Identify problems and seek solutions; promote patient/family satisfaction; participate in departmental efforts to monitor and report customer service. Essential Job Qualifications Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association accredited Occupational Therapy program. Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. L icensure required in every US State and Territory; licensure requirements per state laws. Possesses and maintains BLS certification. Physical Requirements for Essential Job Qualification Levels : None (No specific requirements) Occasionally (Less than 1/3) Frequently (1/3 to 2/3) Majority (More than 2/3) Remain in a stationary position: None Traverse or move around work location: Occasionally Use keyboard: None Operate or use department-specific equipment: None Ascend/Descend equipment or ladder: None Position self to accomplish the Essential Functions of the role: Frequently Receive and communicate information and ideas for understanding: Frequently Transport, position, and/or exert force: Up to 10 pounds: Majority; Up to 25 pounds: Frequent; Up to 50 pounds: Frequent; Up to 75 pounds: Frequent; More than 100 pounds: Occasional Other weight: Up to ___ pounds Other: None ADA notice and equal opportunity statement: Mary Free Bed provides reasonable accommodation upon request in compliance with ADA; contact Talent Acquisition for accommodation. Mary Free Bed is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or other protected characteristic. Compensation Starting at $47.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr