What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist - Part Time 24 Hours/Week - St. John Hospital Detroit position at Henry Ford Health - Careers?
Department: Occupational Therapy Henry Ford St. John Hospital, Detroit - Acute Care
Schedule: Every other Sunday, every Monday and every Tuesday. The opposite week would be a Thursday work day (with some flexibility). 1-2 holidays a year. Hours: 7:30a-4p
Evaluates and treats patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits.
Responsibilities:
- Assesses patient 's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills.
- Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
- Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
- Documents findings of patient progress. Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed.
- Seeks consultation as necessary.
- Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
- Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
- Oversees the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.
- Acute Care Experience preferred; however, willing to train the right new graduate candidate.
CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association
- Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) credentialed from the Michigan Board of Occupational Therapists obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
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