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Occupational Therapist I

Quick overview

Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and deliver individualized treatments to enhance patient independence and quality of life. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and provide education to patients and caregivers on adaptive strategies.

Requirements summary

Requires a Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy or a related field, with a Master's degree preferred. Candidates must maintain BLS certification and have 0-2 years of relevant experience in patient care or rehabilitation.

bachelor degreepostgraduate degreeCase ManagementPatient AssessmentPatient EducationDischarge PlanningMultidisciplinary CollaborationMedical DocumentationAdaptive EquipmentTherapeutic InterventionCaregiver EducationClinical MentorshipOccupational Therapy EvaluationEnvironmental Modification

Job description

At UK St.
Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population.
We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible.
UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals.
We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.

Job Description

Job Summary Responsible for performing comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and delivering individualized treatments based on physician orders. Assesses patient needs, develops and implements therapeutic interventions, and documents care in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient independence and quality of life. Assists in program development, provides patient and caregiver education, and ensures adherence to policies and procedures. Supports continuous improvement of therapy services to meet diverse patient needs. Essential Functions
Performs comprehensive evaluations and develops individualized treatment plans to address patients’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial needs.
Implements evidence-based therapeutic interventions, adaptive equipment, and environmental modifications to enhance patient independence and function.
Assesses patient progress, revises treatment plans as needed, and determines appropriate discharge or continuation of care.
Educates patients and caregivers on home programs, adaptive strategies, and equipment use to promote long-term health and independence.
Collaborates with healthcare team members to ensure coordinated, comprehensive, and patient-centered care.
Instructs rehabilitation technicians, assistants, and students, providing mentorship and oversight.
Maintains accurate, timely documentation and medical records in compliance with regulatory and accrediting standards.
Completes annual competency requirements, maintains licensure, and participates in ongoing professional development.
Assists managerial staff in resource assessment, process improvement, and enhancement of rehabilitation services.

1. Never Q.
Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) R.
Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) S.
Recombinant
DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never T.
Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) U.
Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e.
Occasional,
Intermittent or
Regular): N/A Physical Demands This position requires regular standing or walking with objects up to 10 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50 pounds; occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50 pounds; intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and intermittent performance of repetitive motions (such as documentation or therapeutic activities). Also involves intermittent risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients or equipment; occasional risk of injuries from use of equipment; occasional job-related travel; occasional exposure to cuts or punctures and bloodborne or airborne pathogens; and occasional interaction with combative or violent people.
Additional
Job
Descriptions
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Department:
Occupational
Therapy
Shift:
Days (United
States of
America)
Time
Type:
Full time
Address: 222
Medical
Circle
City,
State: Morehead, Kentucky Our growth is creating opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! Our
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Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful.

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