Occupational Therapist $7500 Sign-On Bonus

Job description

This is a Full-Time Position.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay + Shift Differentials
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment
• Matching 401(k)
• Clinical Ladder Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Rewards and recognition programs
• Additional perks and discounts

• Work across multiple hospital settings, including Acute Care, ICU, and Inpatient Rehabilitation (IRF)
• Diverse patient population with opportunities to develop and maintain a broad clinical skill set
• Collaborative interdisciplinary rehab team
• Autonomy in managing your caseload, workflow, and documentation practices
• Documentation time built into productivity expectations
• Access to MedBridge for continuing education courses, home exercise programs (HEPs), and patient education resources
• New graduates encouraged to apply

• Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and documents findings accurately and thoroughly.
• Develops individualized treatment plans that outline measurable goals and effective interventions, ensuring plans are well-documented and can be executed by other occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants.
• Provides safe and effective treatment interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and patient education, with appropriate documentation for each session.
• Regularly reassesses patient progress, updating treatment plans as needed, and communicates changes to the care team and referring physician.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals, to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a coordinated approach to care.
• Demonstrates competency in administering treatment to a wide range of patient populations, adjusting techniques and interventions to meet age-specific and condition-specific needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and staff, ensuring proper use and maintenance of all therapeutic equipment.
• Provides mentoring and orientation for new staff members and occupational therapy students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
• Ensures accurate and timely billing documentation that reflects services provided and complies with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

• 1-3 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist required
• Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred

• Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles, practices, and evidence-based interventions.
• Proficiency in conducting evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and maximize productivity.
• Ability to mentor and train students or new staff members in occupational therapy practices.
• Commitment to maintaining patient privacy and adhering to all ethical and regulatory standards.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.

• OT - Occupational Therapist - Registered issued by the state regulatory board required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required