Occupational Therapist - Physical Therapy - PRN

Occupational Therapist - Physical Therapy - PRN at Christus Health summary:

The Occupational Therapist assesses, plans, and implements occupational therapy care for patients, ensuring adherence to therapy practice standards. They supervise volunteers, students, and support staff while interpreting physician orders and maintaining a safe and professional therapy environment. This role requires a Master's degree, occupational therapy license, and Basic Life Support certification, working on a per diem basis.

Summary:

The Occupational Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating, and implementing care for patients ordered occupational therapy. The Occupational Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of the Occupational Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment, and interventions to a designated patient population.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the utilization and supervision of volunteers, students, support staff, and assistants relating to the provision of occupational therapy services
• Responsible for interpretation/implementation of physician orders, provision of safe care to customers, protection of confidential information, professional communication, economic use of time/resources, and creation of a positive work/therapy environment
• Performs other diverse duties as requested

Requirements:

• Master's Degree
• OT License in the state of employment
• BLS

Work Schedule:

PRN

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed

Keywords:

occupational therapy, patient care, therapy interventions, occupational therapist license, physical therapy, rehabilitation, healthcare, care planning, therapy supervision, BLS certification