Occupational Therapist

Impacting Lives, Locally and Nationally At Siena Hospital, you'll become an integral part of Dignity Health Nevada, the only not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare system in the region. For over 70 years, guided by the Adrian Dominican Sisters' inspiring vision, we have proudly delivered compassionate, high-quality care to the Henderson and Las Vegas communities, always prioritizing the needs of the underserved. Our modern Siena Campus, a 326-bed acute care hospital, opened in 2000. It significantly expanded the vital services initially established by our Rose de Lima Campus, effectively meeting the evolving healthcare needs of our growing community. Your impact, however, extends far beyond our local communities. We are also a proud member of CommonSpirit Health, a national leader operating over 2,200 care sites across 24 states. This vast network provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and making a profound difference on a grander scale, collectively impacting nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents. If you are driven by an unwavering commitment to social justice, passionate about achieving health equity for all, and eager to contribute your talents to new, innovative ways of delivering compassionate care within a deeply collaborative and supportive environment, then your search ends here. Welcome to Siena – and welcome to a career of meaningful impact. Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain independence and quality of life so they can safely perform daily activities.Every day you will be expected to assess diverse patients (orthopedic, neurological, sensory, cancer recovery, etc.), develop treatment plans, and conduct evaluations/re-evaluations. You will be expected to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, document thoroughly, and provide positive, motivating care to a high volume of patients.To be successful in this role, you must be flexible, adaptable, exceptionally organized, and a personable, motivating team player. Clinical/Technical Skills Performs evaluations/re-evaluations, discharge summaries progressing patients toward goals and accurately documents results written/electronically on inpatients/outpatients and home environment according to SRDH and occupational therapy practice standards. Performs appropriate treatment which may include, but not limited to proper use of modalities and therapeutic procedures to maximize functional skills toward independence with activities of daily living. Uses equipment specific to age and size of patient. Maintains a safe environment considering the patient's unique circumstances and risk factors related to age, physical limitations and mental status. Uses office or other Rehab equipment effectively & efficiently. Critical Thinking/Problem solving Job Requirements Minimum Graduate of a school of occupational therapy approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association.

Occupational

Therapist:

Nevada (OT:NV) BLS-American Heart Association Preferred Completed post graduate education, or possess certification or CEU's in Acute care, Geriatrics, Dementia care, Cognition, Cognitive Stimulation Therapy, and Neurology or any other clinical relevant coursework/seminars 1-3 years One (1) year of hospital based, acute care practice and/or one (1) year of clinical experience with patients with cognitive impairment Advanced experience with computer software programs and clinical documentation in Hospital based practice Multi-lingual, Spanish, Tagalog