Occupational Therapist - (OT) PRN
Company: UofL Health- Frazier Rehabilitation Hospital - Bro
Location: Louisville
Posted on: September 13, 2023
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Job Description:
Description
UofL Health, Frazier Rehabilitation Hospital -- Brownsboro
Per Diem / PRN Occupational Therapist
UofL Health and Lifepoint Rehabilitation (formerly Kindred) have
announced a joint venture to build and operate an inpatient
rehabilitation hospital in Louisville, Kentucky.
This new 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital will be located
at 5000 Chamberlain Lane, near the intersection of I-71 and I-265
in the northeast area of Jefferson County, and will serve the
growing East End of Jefferson County and adjacent counties. The
approximately 55,000-square-foot, two-story rehabilitation facility
will have all private rooms and focus on acute rehabilitation for
patients who suffer from stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal
cord injury, complex neurological disorders, orthopedic conditions,
multiple trauma, amputation and other injuries or disorders. Large
multidisciplinary therapy gymnasiums will be outfitted with the
latest therapeutic technologies, including augmented reality
balance training, therapy bionics and a full body exoskeleton. The
hospital will also include a therapeutic courtyard with exterior
amenities.
UofL Health - Frazier Rehab Institute is recognized nationally as
an innovator in rehab care. For more than six decades, patients
from across the world have sought out Frazier Rehab for
life-enhancing treatments and therapies. The new facility is
expected to help manage the growing needs of the region and will
free up access to the array of specialty programs at its downtown
location with one common goal - helping people of all ages with
disabilities reach their fullest potential in physical and
cognitive functioning.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides occupational therapy
evaluations, modalities, and treatments as prescribed by a licensed
physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability
following injury, disease, or physical disability. Assists patients
to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning while
learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assumes responsibility and accountability as indicated for the care
of those patients being treated by Certified Occupational Therapist
Assistants, rehabilitation technicians and occupational therapy
students. May be assigned to orient staff and students and assume
the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of
that individual as qualified to do so.
Assesses patients' needs; identifies and initiates appropriate
occupational therapy interventions; works cooperatively with other
patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional
occupational therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.
Observes and evaluates treatment affect, accomplishment of short
and long term goals. Recommends change to physician, if needed.
Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs
reassessments, as per policy. Performs accurate and timely QI
scoring. The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring
an adult medical rehabilitation program and services.
Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of
function of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate
interventions to reduce pain; makes appropriate physician contact
for intervention.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that
optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of
medical/health care errors.
Reports patient progress and barriers to discharge in each patient
team conference
Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and
evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in
teaching, as appropriate. Performs appropriate documentation.
Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency of occupational therapy
modalities.
Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.
Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and
religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains
department cleanliness and safety.
Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves
patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff, and
administrative team.
Participates in patient/family conferences and team
conferences.
Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized, and to function
under stressful situations.
Maintains a good working relationship both within the department
and with other departments.
Consults other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in
patient care and performance improvement activities.
Meets current documentation standards and policies. Documents goals
on the Interdisciplinary Care Plan on admission of the patient and
provides updates regularly.
Participates in educational staff performance improvement
in-services. Assists with orientation and in-service training for
certified department staff members. Participates in guidance and
educational programs.
Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely
basis.
Participates in infection control, departmental equipment training,
and organizational safety and fire safety programs.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state where
the hospital is located.
Previous experience in all aspects of occupational therapy
preferred, but not required.
Effective oral and written communication skills in English with
additional languages preferred
Current CPR/BLS certification.
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Keywords: UofL Health- Frazier Rehabilitation Hospital - Bro, Louisville , Occupational Therapist - (OT) PRN, Other , Louisville, Kentucky
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