Occupational Therapist PRN - Paducah KY

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Job Summary:

Assesses, plans and participates in rehabilitative programs that help restore vocational, homemaking and daily living skills, as well as general independence, to those with disability or chronic/acute illness. Assesses leisure skills, when appropriate.

Job Functions:

Provides testing and evaluation of patients' physical and mental abilities and analyzes medical data to determine realistic treatment goals.

Assesses patients' progress toward goals and adjusts plan of care as indicated.

Fabricates or orders special supplies and equipment, such as splints, braces and adaptive equipment.

Directs support staff in order to achieve established patient goals.

Maintains patient records according to hospital policy and maintains all required prescriptions and signatures.

Teaches and supervises therapy students; maintains communication with clinical supervisor to enhance practicum experience.

Maintains competency and required continuing education.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Licensure: Current KY O.T. license

Certification(s): BLS certification through the American Heart Association

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more
• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

Occupational Therapy- Lourdes

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health- Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours- Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.