About this role
Beloit Health System l is looking to add an Occupational Therapist to our Team!
- Shift: 1st
- Schedule : 8am - 4:30 pm
- Hours per week : 40
- Benefits Status : Eligible
- Department : NorthPointe Occupational Therapy
The Occupational Therapist evaluates patients and develops goals and a plan of care within the scope of services. The Occupational Therapist reviews the plan and goals and progresses and/or revises the program appropriately.
- Responds to referral and schedules patient according to department policies and procedures.
- Evaluates patient and develops goals and treatment plan.
- Implements and coordinates Occupational Therapy treatment within the overall treatment plan, coordinating care with other professionals as needed.
- Reviews plan of care and progresses or adjusts program as appropriate.
- Informs, counsels and consults with patient's family, case managers, industries, etc. and other health care workers.
- Documents patient data (evaluation, treatment and progress notes, D/C summary, charges) and department statistics according to department policies and procedures.
- Provides and/or fabricates adaptive equipment or assistive devices as indicated to increase the independence of the patient.
- Plans discharge with treatment team and provides home program if necessary.
- Educates patients and families in regard to functional outcomes and abilities of patient.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor or Master's in Occupational Therapy or Certificate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school, or higher degree equivalent.
- Satisfactory completion of a 6-9 month internship program in Occupational Therapy.
- Current Occupational Therapy License in Illinois
- CPR Certification within 3 months of hire.
- Ability to effectively communicate and interact with employees, patients, and family members in groups and on a one-to-one basis.
- Ability to problem solve and reason. Familiarity with a variety of equipment, including computer software.
- Organization, time management, flexibility, and positive attitude are crucial to successful performance.
Apply to join our team today!