Corewell Health·Saint Joseph, Michigan
The occupational therapist will assess, plan, and administer direct patient care to maximize functional levels according to physician treatment plans. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and communicating progress to the healthcare team.
Job Summary This position has a Premium Pay Rate Weekend Position consisting of working 46 out of 52 weekends in Lakeland Medical Center, SJ, as the need arises. The weekend is defined as shifts between the hours of 8:30 am and 5:00 pm on Saturday & Sunday. Specific times may vary according to location/need. Position includes working at least one summer & one winter Holiday weekend.
Assess, plan, organize, administer, document and evaluate direct occupational therapy patient care in accordance with accepted occupational therapy practice and the physician's overall treatment plan.
Essential Functions Perform a thorough and complete evaluation of patients properly referred according to Michigan law in order to determine the patient's rehab potential and establish an individually based treatment plan.
Administer occupational therapy treatments to patients according to professional standards and department standard operating procedure in order to maximize the patient's potential functional level and to achieve treatment goals set in coordination with patient/family, physician & other team members.
Administer occupational therapy treatments to patients according to professional standards and department standard operating procedure in order to maximize the patient's potential functional level and to achieve treatment goals set in coordination with patient/family, physician & other team members.
Maintain and complete accurate documentation, department records and reports for all assigned patients in order to provide a clear record and to communicate patient's treatment plan and progress to the referring physician.
Maintain commitment to professional growth and competency to ensure the quality of care.
Contribute to the efficient and productive operation of the rehab services.
Maintain effective communication with other members of the rehab team regarding occupational therapy programs to ensure understanding and better patient care.
Committed to the continuous improvement of the patient experience which includes patient safety, quality of care and excellent service.
Adhere to the organization’s published values.
Required Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited therapy program LIC-Occupational Therapist - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required CRT-Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR) - NB-COT National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Upon Hire required CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association required Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross required About Corewell Health As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree from an accredited therapy program and possess a valid Michigan Occupational Therapist license. Additionally, current OTR certification and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification are required upon hire.
Market context
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