What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at Bartlett Regional Hospital?
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Bartlett Regional Hospital is searching for a Occupational Therapist to join our Rehabilitation Services team!
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Job Summary:
The Occupational Therapist facilitates the rehabilitation of patients with physical, cognitive or sensorimotor impairments by planning and administering medically prescribed Occupational Therapy. Treatment plans are developed and implemented according to a patient’s physical and cognitive ability, with the goal of promoting or restoring maximum functional independence.
What You Will Do:
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Evaluate patients, interpret test results, develop and implement care plans to facilitate the rehabilitation of patients.
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Assess patients’ functional status in Activities of Daily Living, and provide recommendations and training for adaptive equipment and/or modifications as needed.
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Utilize and maintain a variety of equipment such as, but not limited to: electrical stimulation, ultrasound, paraffin, hot/cold packs, splinting materials, UBE, adaptive devices.
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Provides instruction in postural control, body mechanics, ergonomics, therapeutic exercise and home exercise programs
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Consult with the physician regarding treatments and progress.
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Complete documentation, including evaluations, daily notes, insurance forms (Medicare 700/701), discharge summaries, billing charges.
Minimum Qualifications for the Job:
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Education: Graduate from an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) approved School of Occupational Therapy with a Bachelors, Masters or Doctoral Degree.
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Preferred Experience: One (1) year Occupational Therapist experience that included working with diverse populations including inpatient, CCU, outpatient, hand therapy and/or pediatric services. Must be computer literate and have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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License(s): Valid Alaskan Occupational Therapy License at time of appointment and for continued employment.
Internal Hires: Pay rate will be determined based on applicable personnel rule or union contract terms.
Practice Notices:
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All new employees are required to produce negative drug screen prior to start of employment.
