Occupational Therapist Per Diem

Nuvance Health • Norwalk, CT • 3h ago

Description

Occupational Therapist PRN Opportunity!

Must have substantial weekday availability and availability to cover one weekend a month

Summary:

Under the general supervision of the rehab manager or supervisor, performs therapy examinations, develops treatment plans and goals, and applies interventions in accordance with the Standards of Practice of the profession, applicable state licensure regulations, and hospital policies and procedures to a variety of patients ranging from newborn to geriatric in age in an acute care setting. Opportunity for rotation to outpatient sites may exist per operational need.

Responsibilities:

Performs therapy examinations, develops treatment plans, and establishes treatment goals with patient input

Provides care to special populations including Total Joint Replacement and Stroke as per hospital protocols

Delegates and supervises patient related tasks to assistants, aides, and support personnel. Supervises students as assigned.

Collaborates with other disciplines to provide coordinated interdisciplinary patient care.

Supports excellence of the organization and customer satisfaction.

Contributes to the ongoing professional development of self, department, and the network.

Manages time effectively and demonstrates willingness to work a variety of scheduling patterns within individual control hours.

Makes independent decisions within the scope of defined job description, level of knowledge, skills and abilities but seeks guidance as necessary for performance of duties.

Contributes to peer review as required.

Utilizes evidence based practice and AOTA guidelines for patient care.

Meets or exceeds productivity and documentation requirements.

Accepts other duties as assigned. Adheres to all departmental and hospital policies.

Accepts and utilizes feedback in a constructive manner and demonstrates respect for others in open and constructive communications.

Demonstrates respect for others in open and constructive communications. 1

Meets minimum scheduling requirements per department ï

Education: BACHELOR'S LVL DGRE

Other Information:

Education: Graduate of an accredited curriculum with a minimum of a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy. For individuals who completed appropriate Occupational Therapy education prior to 2015, with a valid Occupational Therapy license in the state of practice or proof of license eligibility, a Bachelors degree or greater in Occupational Therapy will be accepted in lieu of the Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy. Current license to practice Occupational Therapy in Connecticut: Successful completion of minimum educational requirements for licensure including all clinical practice and comprehensive examinations. Temporary licensure may be considered at the discretion of the department manager. Current CPR Certification Meets continuing education requirements for state Licensure & CPR Certification Prefer: Previous experience delivering comprehensive care in an acute setting to patients with physical dysfunction secondary to disability, disease, or injury in accordance with professional standards of practice. Prefer: Previous experience with diagnoses including orthopedic, pulmonary, oncology, pain management, vestibular, amputations, multi-trauma, neurological and medically complex patients.

We are an equal opportunity employer

Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.

Similar Jobs

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) FT

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center • Glen Cove, NY • 3h ago

Hospital & Medical

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Looking for a full time talented and motivated Physical Therapy Assistant to join our dynamic team. The position is within a Skilled Nursing facility. Candidate should possess passion for...

3h ago

Go to Apply

Physical Therapist (PT)

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center • Glen Cove, NY • 3h ago

Hospital & Medical

Physical Therapist (PT) Glengariff Healthcare Center, rated in the top 1% of skilled nursing facilities in the United States, is your premier destination for Sub-acute Rehabilitation & Long Term Care. Enveloped by be...

3h ago

Go to Apply

Respiratory Therapist 3

Nuvance Health • Danbury, CT • 3h ago

Hospital & Medical

Description FULL TIME RESPIRATORY THERAPIST WANTED $25,000 SIGN ON BONUS (Graduates/students of Respiratory and registry eligible will be offered $12,500 Sign On Bonus) The Danbury Hospital is GROWING and building its re...

3h ago

Go to Apply

Social Worker LMSW Per Diem

Nuvance Health • Danbury, CT • 7h ago

Hospital & Medical

Description Social Worker LMSW PRN Opportunity, Danbury Hospital Summary: Provides clinical services to emotionally ill individuals, collaborating with psychiatric and other health professionals for the purpose of qualit...

7h ago

Go to Apply

Registered Nurse - Oncology

Nuvance Health • Norwalk, CT • 9h ago

Hospital & Medical

Description Summary: The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care that is guided by the American Nurses Association (ANA) scope of practice. A Registered Nurse collaborates with patients, family/significant others,...

9h ago

Go to Apply

Physical Therapy Aide

Performance Optimal Health • New Canaan, CT • 16h ago

Hospital & Medical

Performance Optimal Health is excited to announce an opening for a Physical Therapy Aide. In this vital role, you will assist physical therapists in providing exceptional care to our clients, fostering an environment tha...

16h ago

Go to Apply

Health Technician Telehealth

Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration • Orange, CT • 1d ago

Hospital & Medical

Summary The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) supports the provision of patient care using telehealth technologies which increase a Veteran's access to care and support a Veteran's self-management. This includes devel...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Registered Nurse RN - Admissions

Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center • Commack, NY • 1d ago

Hospital & Medical

$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR FULL-TIME EVENING SHIFT - FLEXIBLE HOURS 3:00PM 11:15pm, 2:00PM-10:15PM / MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY- FULL TIME Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a renowned healthcare provider loc...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Physician Radiology-Diagnostic

Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration • Northport, NY • 2d ago

Hospital & Medical

Summary Northport VA Medical Center is seeking a Radiologist to interpret and perform imaging procedures, inclusive of General Radiology, Fluoroscopy, Ultrasound, Computed Tomography (CT), and Magnetic Resonance Imaging...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Clinical Scientist- Personal Care

Unilever • Trumbull, CT • 2d ago

Hospital & Medical

The North Americal Personal Care Clinical team has an open position for a clinical scientist. If you are a scientific problem solver who thrives on multitasking and enjoys delving into the unknown, then this role is just...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.