PRN Occupational Therapist

Job Overview Location: Hawarden Regional Healthcare – Hawarden, IA 51023 Occupational Therapist (OT) – Under limited supervision, provide services to prevent and rehabilitate physical dysfunction or pain across all age groups. Work in a new hospital addition with modern equipment. We welcome new graduates or soon to be graduates. Hawarden is centrally located between Sioux Falls and Sioux City and provides a great community for families. Hawarden Regional Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. Responsibilities Perform OT evaluations for all age groups. Interpret physicians’ referrals and obtain pertinent chart information. Select and utilize appropriate evaluation procedures and interpret results to develop treatment programs. Assess general mental, emotional, and cognitive status, and report abnormalities. Set measurable goals based on estimated length of hospital stay. Utilize patient care protocols and make recommendations for new procedures. Plan treatment programs incorporating strength, motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue, pain, balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function, endurance, and gait. Educate patients, nursing staff, and families; involve them in planning and discharge. Recommend equipment for hospital and discharge needs. Use appropriate OT interventions, procedures, and equipment defined by specialty area. Apply research findings to evaluation and treatment. Ensure department equipment is functional and safe; report defects. Document evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, reports, and incident reports accurately and timely. Provide written and audiovisual materials to enhance instruction. Organize schedule to reflect patient care priorities and assist in coverage during absence. Carry patient load that reflects productivity standard of the unit. Deliver education to department members after continuing education courses. Supervise assigned OTAs and technicians and assist in performance appraisals. Utilize general computer knowledge and department software. Participate in departmental meetings, committees, conferences, and safety procedures. Complete mandatory training such as Healthstream, The Patient Experience, Safe Choices, Crucial Conversations, and others as designated. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program (AOTA) with required certification. Active or temporary OT license by the State of Iowa. Entry-level or less than two (2) years of clinical experience. BCLS certification. Effective communication with all health care team members. Ability to perform a variety of duties characterized by frequent change. Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance if travel required. General computer skills and familiarity with department software. Comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment. Personal presence characterized by honesty, integrity, and caring. Physical and Mental Requirements Successfully pass pre-employment physical examination and drug screening. Comply with organizational policies and procedures. Frequently lift, bend, walk, stand and carry patients; lift up to 50 pounds. Perform effectively under stressful situations. Expected exposure to environmental elements such as inclement weather, dust, noise, chemicals, and infectious disease. Regular and physical attendance required. #J-18808-Ljbffr