OT PRN Flat Rate (MHO) in South Bend, Indiana at Beacon Health System

Reports to the Clinical Manager. Performs all duties of an Occupational Therapist and serves as a resource to staff, rehabilitation teams and Interns. Participates in departmental programs and activities and serves as a role model of quality clinical practice. MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Provides occupational therapy procedures for patients to restore function, prevent disability and maximize potential and quality of life by:

• Performing the Essential Functions outlined in the job description of an Occupational Therapist I.

Serves as a resource to staff, rehabilitation teams and Interns by:

• Participating in the orientation of new Occupational Therapists and Rehabilitation Aides.
• Participating in the development of new patient care programs and/or revising existing programs.
• Presenting in-services to staff and students.
• Serving as Clinical Instructor of occupational therapy Interns.
• Communicating with other Occupational Therapists, Managers and Coordinators informally or in formal meetings as needed.

Supports the department by:

• Overseeing and keeping records of equipment maintenance and department supplies.

Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:

• Completing other job-related assignments and special projects as directed.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:

• Leverage innovation everywhere.
• Cultivate human talent.
• Embrace performance improvement.
• Build greatness through accountability.
• Use information to improve and advance.
• Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education and Experience

• The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral degree of Occupational Therapy from an accredited school of occupational therapy. Requires national registration in occupational therapy and a license to practice occupational therapy in Indiana (or demonstrated eligibility). At least two years of recent clinical experience is required.

Knowledge & Skills

• Requires the ability to effectively use all evaluation tools, modalities, exercise equipment, ADL aides, and splinting/orthotic materials typically used to provide occupational therapy.
• Demonstrates the interpersonal skills needed to communicate in a tactful, sincere, effective manner with patients, families, healthcare professionals and various Hospital staff.

Working Conditions

• Works in a patient care environment requiring physical exertion, frequent changes in job demands, and certain undesirable patient care activities.
• May be exposed to bio-hazards and normal hazards encountered in a community environment.

Physical Demands

• Requires the physical ability, stamina, visual acuity, and manual dexterity (i.e. to sit/stand/walk for prolonged periods of time, push wheelchairs/carts, lift or pull patients or supplies, lift and transfer patients, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.