Posted June 25, 2008

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Occupational Therapist under the direction of the Manager and/or Director of Rehab Services, functions as a clinician/specialist in assigned area of specialty within the Occupational Therapy Department. The therapist will perform an occupational therapy evaluation and plan and direct subsequent treatment based on assessment findings and/or referral of physician. The therapist is responsible for collecting pertinent patient information regarding each patient’s level of independence in ADL’s, need for adaptive equipment, motor skills and functional cognitive abilities to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions. The therapist documents assessment findings and subsequent treatments in a timely fashion. The therapist provides care within the job scope and in accordance with Ministry Healthcare’s mission, standards of care, policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS or RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Collaborates with the patient care team by problem solving, working cooperatively, and assuming responsibility for appropriate patient care activities and interventions.
• Provides assessment of current function, plans for treatment, evaluates progress toward goals and provides necessary education to assist patients in preparation for discharge.
• Assess patients’ status through interview, observation and physical evaluation.
• Provides evidence of contribution to the improvement of patient care. EOE.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited course of study is required
• Experience: No experience is required, one year of experience is preferred
• Licensure: Licensed as an Occupational Therapist by the State of Wisconsin
• Skills: Assess data and identify patients' age-specific requirements and provide age-appropriate care

We have numerous open OT positions, both part time and full time in various Ministry locations throughout the state of Wisconsin.



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