Occupational Therapist - Outpatient - Neuro Rehab

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network has a need for a full-time Occupational Therapist to work at our Outpatient Neuro Rehabilitation site in Allentown, PA. It is located within The Hyland Center, a state-of-the-art rehab facility that offers advanced clinical rehab technology and numerous specialty services.

Good Shepherd is an organization focused on clinical growth and delivering outstanding patient care. We offer numerous educational opportunities, utilize cutting edge rehab technology and offer opportunities to participate in residency programs.

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JOB SUMMARY:

The ideal candidate would have experience working with the adult neuro population in an outpatient setting. We are looking for an experienced therapist for this role.

HOURS:

• 40 hours/week
• Monday-Friday

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

IDENTIFIES PATIENT REHABILITATION CARE REQUIREMENTS

• By assessing patient condition upon order of physician and at regular intervals during assigned shift

PLANS, IMPLEMENTS AND EVALUATES REHABILITATIVE CARE

• By setting goals, collaborating and communicating with health-care team, patients and families

PROVIDES INFORMATION TO PATIENTS AND HEALTHCARE TEAM

• By meeting them

MONITORS DELIVERY OF CARE

• By completing patient rounds

ASSURES QUALITY OF CARE

• By fostering practices that adhere to the hospital’s philosophy, goals and standards of care; measuring outcomes against patient care goals and standards

PROTECTS SELF, CO-WORKERS, AND PATIENTS

• By interpreting and implementing policies and procedures to prevent the spread of blood borne and/or airborne diseases

RESPECTS PATIENTS

• By recognizing their rights

MAINTAINS SAFE AND CLEAN WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• By complying with procedures, rules and regulations

ENSURES OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT

• By following manufacturers’ instructions

MAINTAINS SUPPLIES INVENTORY

• By checking stock to determine inventory level

MAINTAINS PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE

• By attending educational workshops

CONTRIBUTES TO THE TEAM EFFORT

• By accomplishing related results as needed, follows through on delegated tasks, responds to coworkers requests for assistance, demonstrates behaviors as defined by the GSSH-A code of conduct and acts as a resource and/or leader when the need arises.

PROMOTES THE DEVELOPMENT OF GOOD SHEPHERD AS A SYSTEM

• By volunteering as a representative of Good Shepherd at community events

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy required

Work Experience

• Previous outpatient experience or similar setting required

Licenses / Certifications

• Occupational Therapist license required
• Basic Life Support / CPR, as a healthcare provider, per the American Heart Association required

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

License/Certification:

• Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $93,689 - $123,600