What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist (NE) position at North Mississippi Medical Center System?
Hamilton, AL
POST ACUTE REHAB SVCS ADMIN
Full Time - Day
At North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to “continuously improve the health of the people of our region.” Our vision is to “provide the best patient and family-centered care and health services in America.” We believe that fulfilling our mission and vision calls us to embrace the best people that form incredible connections to our patients and families.
We take pride in celebrating everything that makes you uniquely you – your talents, your perspectives, and your passions. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting your passion with a purpose. When you are part of our team, you know what connected feels like.
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| **JOB** **FUNCTIONS** |
| --- |
Supervisory:
* Delegates authority to COTAs and technicians.
* Provides supervisory visits according to state regulations.
Budget:
* Remains within monthly budget when ordering equipment and supplies.
* Charges patients appropriately and in a timely manner for treatment and equipment.
Clinical:
* Maintains productivity level at department target.
* Evaluates and establishes treatment plan for any patient referred to Occupational Therapy.
Remains competent in the following areas:
* Evaluation.
* Therapeutic Exercise/Activity.
* ADL training.
* Cognitive skills.
* Wheelchair transfers.
* Splinting.
* Modalities as appropriate for OT.
* Attends and provides continuing education inservices.
* Serves as mentor for new employees.
* Serves as clinical instructor after one year of experience as a clinician.
* Completes documentation according to all regulations and in a timely manner.
Other:
* Must be competent in use of computer for documentation and charging purposes. Regulation:
* Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
* Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statutes.
Occupational Therapist
Bachelors
POST ACUTE REHAB SVCS ADMIN
Full Time - Day
Posting Description
At North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to “continuously improve the health of the people of our region.” Our vision is to “provide the best patient and family-centered care and health services in America.” We believe that fulfilling our mission and vision calls us to embrace the best people that form incredible connections to our patients and families.
We take pride in celebrating everything that makes you uniquely you – your talents, your perspectives, and your passions. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting your passion with a purpose. When you are part of our team, you know what connected feels like.
#WhatConnectsYou
Job Description
| JOB SUMMARY |
| The Occupational Therapist at North Mississippi Health Services plays a crucial role in patient care and rehabilitation. They evaluate and establish treatment plans, ensuring competency in a range of areas such as therapeutic exercises, ADL training, and cognitive skills. This role also involves coordination with other healthcare professionals, adherence to regulations, and making clinical decisions to ensure optimal patient outcomes. |
| Education | |||||
| Education Level | Education Details | Required/Preferred | |||
| Bachelor's Degree | in Occupational Therapy | Required | |||
Licenses and Certifications | |||||
| Licenses and Certifications | Licenses and Certifications Details | Time Frame | Required/ Preferred | ||
| Must hold a state license based on facility location | Upon Hire | Required | And | ||
| Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) | Upon Hire | Required |
Requirements:
Licenses
You must have the following licenses to apply:Occupational Therapist
Education
You must have the following education to apply:Bachelors