Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

We are looking for a PRN OT to help cover our weekend inpatient therapy needs on the MCH Medical Surgical Unit. This unit serves adult and geriatric patient who are admitted to Observation, Inpatient Acute or Swing/SNF status. The weekend occupational therapist works autonomously to complete OT evaluations and treatments as well as collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to advocate for patient’s needs and plan for safe discharge.

• Conduct thorough assessments to evaluate patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities, as well as their functional limitations.

• Collaborate with patients, their families, and the healthcare team to set realistic goals and develop individualized treatment plans.

• Provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions to address patients' impairments, promote functional independence, and enhance their overall well-being.

• Utilize therapeutic modalities, exercises, adaptive equipment, and assistive technology to improve patients' mobility, dexterity, strength, coordination, and cognitive skills.

• Offer guidance and training to patients and their families on compensatory strategies, energy conservation, and home modifications to support independent living.

• Monitor patients' progress, track outcomes, and modify treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal results.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of evaluations, treatment sessions, progress reports, and discharge summaries.

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, physical therapists, and social workers, to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care.

• Stay current with the latest research, advancements, and best practices in occupational therapy to provide the highest quality care to patients.

• Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles, techniques, and evidence-based practices.

• Ability to assess patients' needs, develop appropriate treatment plans, and implement interventions accordingly.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to establish rapport with patients and collaborate effectively with the healthcare team.

• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help patients achieve their goals.

• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle a diverse caseload and meet documentation requirements.

• Flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of patients and the healthcare environment.