Occupational Therapist - Contingent - Novi

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Evaluates and treats patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits.

PRINCPLE DUTIES & RESPONSBITLIES:

• Assesses patient 's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills.
• Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
• Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities. Documents findings of patient progress.
• Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed. Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Oversees the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) credentialed from the Michigan Board of Occupational Therapists obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Education: - Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Acute Care Experience preferred; however, willing to train the right new graduate candidate.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Providence Hospitals
• Department: HFPNH Occupational Therapy
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable