Occupational Therapist - Outpatient Pediatrics

Occupational Therapist - Outpatient Pediatrics $15K SIGN ON BONUS Position Type

• Full
• Time -
• Day
• Shift
• Location: Northwest Health LaPorte and Northwest Health Starke

Benefits

$15,000 Sign-on Bonus $10,000 Relocation Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy. Future Security: 401(k) with matching Student Loan Support – Up to $10,000 repayment assistance, because we invest in your future. Educational Tuition Assistance Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication. Paid Time Off Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' ability to perform daily living and work activities, as prescribed by a referring physician. This role involves establishing patient-centered treatment goals, reassessing progress regularly, and maintaining thorough documentation.

• Essential Functions Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and documents findings accurately and thoroughly.
• Develops individualized treatment plans that outline measurable goals and effective interventions, ensuring plans are well-documented and can be executed by other occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants.
• Provides safe and effective treatment interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and patient education, with appropriate documentation for each session.
• Regularly reassesses patient progress, updating treatment plans as needed, and communicates changes to the care team and referring physician.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals, to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a coordinated approach to care.
• Demonstrates competency in administering treatment to a wide range of patient populations, adjusting techniques and interventions to meet age-specific and condition-specific needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and staff, ensuring proper use and maintenance of all therapeutic equipment.
• Provides mentoring and orientation for new staff members and occupational therapy students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.