What is the role of a Occupational Therapist at Med Center Health?

The Occupational Therapist position at Med Center Health is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the relevant field.

Where is this Occupational Therapist job located?

Bowling Green, Kentucky, 42101, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Occupational Therapist role?

Full-time or part-time position

What industry does this Occupational Therapist position belong to?

This role spans multiple industries.

What is the expected salary for this Occupational Therapist job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

How can I apply for the Occupational Therapist position at Med Center Health?

You can apply directly through the application link provided.

Occupational Therapist at Med Center Health

Position Summary
- Plan, organizes, and conducts occupational therapy programs in a variety of sensorimotor, educational, recreational, and social activities designed to help patients regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to their handicaps. Teaches patient skills and techniques required for participation in activities. Studies and evaluates patient reactions to the program and prepares progress reports. Conducts services in a variety of settings including acute care, outpatient, home health, skilled nursing facility, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
- Work Experience
  - Previous healthcare experience preferred.
- Education
  - Successful completion of an occupational therapy program at a school of occupational therapy approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association or the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association required.
- Certifications/Licensure
  - Licensed (active or temporary) as an Occupational Therapist in the Commonwealth of Kentucky required.
Job Specific Performance Standards
- The duties listed below are a summary of the major essential functions of this position. The position may require other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned, and specific functions may change from time to time.
  - Plans and administers medically prescribed occupational therapy treatment for patients to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability.
  - Review’s physician referral (prescription) and patient’s condition and medical records to determine occupational therapy treatment required.
  - Tests and measures patient’s strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and records findings to develop or revise treatment programs.
  - Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data.
  - Documents treatment, response, and progress in patient’s chart or enters information in computer.
  - Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be conducted.
  - Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends modification.
  - Confers with physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program, and integrate occupational therapy treatment with other aspects of patient’s health care.
  - Orients, instructs, and directs work activities of support personnel and students.

Occupational Therapist at Med Center Health – Bowling Green, Kentucky

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