Occupational Therapist PRN

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The Occupational Therapist PRN provides occupational therapy services to all patients including evaluation, treatment planning, treatment implementation, education and documentation. Works with patients to help them achieve a fulfilled and satisfied state in life through the use of purposeful activity or interventions designed to achieve occupational outcomes which promote health, prevent injury or disability to develop, improve, sustain or restore the highest possible level of independence.

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GENERAL DUTIES

Patient evaluation and interpretation of findings: Prior to assessment, gathers necessary information from appropriate people and records, and demonstrates effective utilization of staff resources. Choose appropriate forms of evaluation. Interprets evaluation findings. Sets goals according to findings and patient input.

Implementation of treatment plan: Develops a treatment plan that is appropriate for the diagnosis and population of the patient. Implements treatment plan with appropriate modifications as needed. Re-assesses and revises goals and treatment plan as indicated by patient’s status. Teaches the patient and/or family members occupational therapy skills and techniques, which will facilitate the patient’s functional abilities both during the hospitalization and within their home environment.

Documentation of services provided: Uses approved terminology, forms and programs for documentation. Completes documentation within the required time frames. Accurately documents charges according to services provided. Consistently reports evaluation results in a manager that reflects interpretation of the patient’s overall functional abilities. Documents treatment plans including measurable short-term goals for patient progress.

Education and training: Provide education to patients and family members. Gives patients and family a resource for any questions that may arise. Assist with student supervision, teaching, community education and staff education. Participates in assigned PI committee activities and shares information with OT staff.

Communication and coordination of goals and treatment plan: Participates in team conferences and other meetings as required or advised by leadership. Communicates with the patient and family members of the patient. Collaborates with team members on various Occupational Therapy initiatives.

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

1 year of experience as an occupational therapist.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

​ 1 year of experience as an occupational therapist.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Licensed to practice Occupational Therapy in the State of Louisiana through the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners (LSBME).

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work.  This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.  LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.  

WORK SHIFT:

Days (United States of America)

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