St. Luke's University Health Network·Sellersville, Pennsylvania
The Occupational Therapist evaluates and administers treatment programs for patients in an acute care setting to address physical, cognitive, or psycho-social dysfunctions. Responsibilities include establishing goals, performing therapeutic exercises, and facilitating client re-engagement in daily living skills.
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required two 8 hour weekend days per month and one holiday weekend day for summer and winter
The Occupational Therapist evaluates plans and administers occupational therapy treatment programs for referred patients, in the acute care setting.
Occupational Therapist shall provide rehabilitation services to patients/clients, upon physician consult or referral, who have sustained occupational impairments, limitations and disabilities, as a result of physical, cognitive or psycho-social dysfunction.
Occupational therapists also provide interventions which emphasize emotional wellness, health promotion, client safety and facilitate client re-engagement of ADL/IADL skills.
The Occupational Therapist shall work within the practice guidelines as defined by Pennsylvania or New Jersey state law (based upon work location).
Patients encountered by the Acute Care Physical Therapist may include those with a diagnosis and/or impairments related to pediatric (2 months – 12 years), adolescent (13-17 years), adult (18-65 years) medical conditions.
Performs occupational therapy examination in a technically competent manner that minimizes risk to the patient, self and others by selecting reliable and valid examination methods that are relevant to the chief complaint and history of the patient.
Establishes realistic, attainable short-term and long-term goals with each patient.
Performs therapeutic exercises effectively and appropriately.
Implements, and revises as necessary, effective progressive treatment programs taking evaluative findings into consideration.
Administers therapeutic modalities and programs appropriately and effectively, including hot/cold pack, ultrasound, massage, electrical stimulation, whirlpool and wound care.
Fits assistive, prosthetic and orthotic devices and provides appropriate training.
Performs appropriate discharge planning, instructs patients and family member(s) in home programs.
Documents accurately, in a timely manner, including initial evaluation, progress notes and discharge summaries.
Adheres to the Standards of Practice and institutional policy and procedures that govern the conduct of professional activities and are consistent with the American Occupational Therapy Associations’ (AOTA) positions, standards, guidelines, policies, procedures, and Code of Ethics. Integrates AOTA documents, legislation, legal, and regulatory issues into practice.
Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment and knowledge of growth and development appropriate to the age of the patient treated (neonate, pediatric, adolescent or geriatric)..
Attends Case Management/Interdisciplinary rounds and provides timely communication of information to other members of the multidisciplinary team
Attends multi-disciplinary meetings. Accurately bills patient’s accounts for services rendered.
Other duties as assigned.
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Requirements:
Ability to sit for extended periods and stand and/or ambulate intermittently throughout the workday.
Ability to frequently bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, and reach, including occasional overhead reaching, consistent with inpatient patient care activities.
Ability to use hands and fingers for fine motor tasks, including operation of medical equipment, patient care devices, and electronic documentation systems.
Ability to assist with patient positioning, transfers, and mobility using approved safe patient handling and mobility equipment and team‑based techniques in accordance with organizational policy.
Ability to push and pull equipment and patient support devices, utilizing mechanical assistance when indicated.
Manual patient lifting is minimized and avoided whenever possible; patient handling is performed using mechanical aids or team assistance, except in unanticipated or emergency situations requiring immediate action.
Ability to perceive tactile cues necessary for safe patient care.
Ability to hear and see adequately to communicate, respond to alarms or call bells, and safely navigate the clinical environment.
Please see St. Luke’s University Health Network guidelines/policy for per diem staff (#285).
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
Master’s Degree preferred.
Occupational Therapist License in the State of New Jersey or Pennsylvania, based on work location
CPR Certification required.
Successful completion of required affiliations and/or CEU’s to maintain licensure.
ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK IS AN [http://www.slhn.org/EOE] EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. [http://www.slhn.org/EOE]
A Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and a valid license in Pennsylvania or New Jersey are required. Candidates must also hold a current CPR certification and demonstrate competency across various patient age groups.
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