Occupational Therapist (Ot) PRN

Description A career at Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute , a 38-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint Health, and Atlantic Health System, is more than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team covering for people who need continued care to recover completely.

What you will do in this role: Assumes responsibility and accountability as indicated for the care of those patients being treated by Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, rehabilitation technicians and occupational therapy students. May be assigned to orient staff and students and assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that individual as qualified to do so Assesses patients’ needs; identifies and initiates appropriate occupational therapy interventions; works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional occupational therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork Observes and evaluates treatment affect, accomplishment of short and long term goals.

Recommends change to physician, if needed Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments, as per policy. Performs accurate and timely QI scoring. The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate interventions to reduce pain; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors Other duties as assigned Qualifications Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state where the hospital is located Previous experience in all aspects of occupational therapy preferred, but not required Effective oral and written communication skills in English with additional languages preferred Current CPR/BLS certification Atlantci Rehabilitation Institute strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs.We are accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF.

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