Occupational Therapist

Beloit Health System l is looking to add an Occupational Therapist to our Team!

• Shift: 1st
• Schedule:
  
  8am - 4:30 pm
• Hours per week: 40
• Benefits Status:
  Eligible
• Department:
  NorthPointe Occupational Therapy

The Occupational Therapist evaluates patients and develops goals and a plan of care within the scope of services. The Occupational Therapist reviews the plan and goals and progresses and/or revises the program appropriately.

• Responds to referral and schedules patient according to department policies and procedures.
• Evaluates patient and develops goals and treatment plan.
• Implements and coordinates Occupational Therapy treatment within the overall treatment plan, coordinating care with other professionals as needed.
• Reviews plan of care and progresses or adjusts program as appropriate.
• Informs, counsels and consults with patient's family, case managers, industries, etc. and other health care workers.
• Documents patient data (evaluation, treatment and progress notes, D/C summary, charges) and department statistics according to department policies and procedures.
• Provides and/or fabricates adaptive equipment or assistive devices as indicated to increase the independence of the patient.
• Plans discharge with treatment team and provides home program if necessary.
• Educates patients and families in regard to functional outcomes and abilities of patient.

• Bachelor or Master's in Occupational Therapy or Certificate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school, or higher degree equivalent.
• Satisfactory completion of a 6-9 month internship program in Occupational Therapy.
• Current Occupational Therapy License in Illinois
• CPR Certification within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with employees, patients, and family members in groups and on a one-to-one basis.
• Ability to problem solve and reason. Familiarity with a variety of equipment, including computer software.
• Organization, time management, flexibility, and positive attitude are crucial to successful performance.