Occupational Therapist - PRN
Location
Fort Wayne, IN | United States
Job description
Job Summary
The evaluation and administration of rehabilitative/habilitative techniques necessitated as a result of age, trauma, degenerative disease, congenital condition or sudden onset of pathology which requires development, maintenance, or restoration of function.
May be required to care for a variety of diagnostic groups including, but not limited to, the following: orthopedic and arthritis related conditions; neurological groups including CVA, TBI, degenerative neurological diseases, SCI; and generalized weakness as a result of medical or surgical conditions.
Minimal Acceptable Job Qualifications Licensure: Current certification/licensure in the state of Indiana for specific discipline. CPR (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation) within three (3) months of hire.
Experience: No specific experience required for entry-level position. Experience may be necessary based on patient population served
Education: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in physical therapy, Occupational Therapy or a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
Job Knowledge & Skills: - Demonstrates thorough knowledge of human growth and development; anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and kinesiology; current methods, techniques and purposes of physical therapy; the care and operation of physical therapy equipment
- Requires strong analytical and organizational skills in order to review physician’s orders, assess functional status, develop treatment plans, evaluate progress and maintain related documentation.
- Demonstrates a high level of interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, in order to establish and maintain positive and effective therapeutic/working relationships with patients, families, physicians and hospital staff
- Demonstrates working knowledge of the English language, verbal and written.
- Abides by the standards of practice as outlined by state and national associations
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