PRN Occupational Therapist
Company: ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Kenosha, LLC
Location: Kenosha
Posted on: March 6, 2025
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Job Description:
Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the
lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We
distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our
patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve. Brand
New, State-of-the-Art Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital, Opened
August 2023! Join Our Compassionate Care Team! Occupational
Therapist Wanted!Are you a dedicated and compassionate OT seeking a
fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in people's
lives? Look no further! ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Kenosha
is a dynamic and thriving healthcare organization committed to
providing exceptional patient-centered care, and we want YOU to be
a vital part of our team.Our hospital provides high-quality care
that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries
and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to
excellence- to our patients, to our employees, and to the
communities we serve. So, if you're looking for a change and want
to join a pioneering team, look no further.Hours: PRN, as
needed.The Occupational Therapist evaluates patients and helps them
improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but also
compensate for permanent loss of function by teaching them to
perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. May
also assist patients in selecting appropriate adaptive equipment
and assistive devices. This position must integrate company values
into daily practice.Essential Functions:Performs patient assessment
and establishes plan of care and treatment goals.Assesses the
effectiveness of treatment and modifies treatment to achieve
goals.Assesses educational and cultural needs of the patient,
family, caregiver, or significant other and communicates
accordingly to achieve maximum benefit of care.Prepares plans for
discharge.Applies appropriate application of age specific
standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for
patients.Coordinates and supervises staff.Coordinates with
interdisciplinary team on patient needs, treatment modifications,
and progress.Completes and files patient documentation in a timely
manner.Attends and participates in the weekly team conference.May
be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing
emergencies.Provides an environment conducive to safety for
patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the risks for safety and
implements appropriate precautions. Complies with appropriate and
approved safety and Infection Control standards.Maintains regular
attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule.Performs other
duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the
organization.Minimum Job RequirementsMinimum Education &
Experience:Two years' direct patient occupational therapy care and
treatment experience preferred.Experience in rehabilitation
hospital setting preferred.Required Licenses, Certifications,
and/or Documentation:Current state licensure as an Occupational
Therapist required.Basic Life Support card required.Required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Demonstrates competency in the
provision of care according to established standardsDemonstrates
appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and
procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent,
adult, and geriatric patientsDemonstrates critical thinking
skills.Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and
financial support as they relate to quality and
efficiency.Demonstrates general computer skills including data
entry, word processing, email, and records management.Effective
organizational and time management skills.Effective written and
verbal communication skills.Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines,
and complete complex tasks.Ability to maintain quality, safety,
and/or infection prevention standards.Ability to work
independently.Ability to maintain proper levels of
confidentiality.Ability to work closely and professionally with
others at all levels of the organization.Physical Requirements Over
the Course of a Shift:A significant amount of standing, walking,
bending, squatting, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling, often
for prolonged periods of time.Both gross and precise motor
functions.Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs.Possible exposure to
bodily fluids.Visual acuity required for patient assessment and
documentation of care.Acute hearing required for accurate patient
assessment.Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and
computer keyboard.#INDKEN#LI-ML1
Keywords: ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Kenosha, LLC, Kenosha , PRN Occupational Therapist, Other , Kenosha, Wisconsin
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