Occupational Therapist

Trinity Health

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

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In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist performs evaluations and treatments to maximize patient functioning levels as prescribed by physicians. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, educating patients and families, and supervising support personnel and students.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy, with at least 1 year of experience in Hand Therapy. You are licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Iowa and possess a BLS certification.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Hand Therapy

Occupational Therapy

FIM

BLS

Mandatory Reporter

IA driver’s license

Job Description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Seeking and OT with at least 1 year of experience in Hand Therapy

Provides occupational therapy evaluations and treatments to patients to facilitate and maximize
functioning level as prescribed by physician. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and
performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of
MercyOne.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Administers treatment techniques competently.
  • Conducts patient assessment.
  • Develops treatment plans for patients.
  • Communicates relevant patient information.
  • Provides education to patients and families.
  • Supervises and delegates duties to support personnel.
  • Supervises students and volunteers.
  • Based on principles of growth and development, provides care appropriate to the age related needs of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.
  • Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, Master’s preferred.
  • No prior experience required.
  • Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Iowa (if waiting to take the examination for the first time, may practice with a Temporary License under the supervision of an Iowalicensed OT for a period not to exceed 6 months from the date the application was received in the board office for licensure by examination).
  • Mandatory Reporter
  • BLS
  • FIM
  • Valid IA driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) (required for Outpt Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Contract Therapy)

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health

With more than 11,000 employees in more than 185 locations, St. Peter’s Health Partners is the Capital Region’s largest and most comprehensive not-for-profit integrated health care network, which provides high-quality, compassionate, and sophisticated care to thousands of people every day. St. Peter’s Health Partners is a member of Trinity Health. For more information, please visit www.SPHP.com.
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