Casual/PRN Occupational Therapist - Ministry St. Joseph's Hospital - Marshfield, WI
Ministry Health Care
Rehab members at St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield, WI are given a very unique opportunity to work with the most complex cases at Ministry Health Care's largest hospital, this 504 bed Level II trauma center. Our rehab staff specialize in different areas and work hand in hand with medical staff to achieve best outcomes for our patients. Each day is fast paced and variety filled due to the uniqueness of being a major rural referral center right in central Wisconsin. Join a team of rehab professionals who are experienced and willing to share their expertise. This is casual/occasional opportunity to fill in on an as needed basis.
The Occupational Therapist 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.
In this position, the incumbent will:
- Collaborate with the patient care team by problem solving, working cooperatively, and assuming responsibility for appropriate patient care activities and interventions.
- Provide assessment of current function, plan for treatment, evaluate progress toward goals and provide necessary education to assist patients in preparation for discharge.
- Assess patients' status through interview, observation and physical evaluation.
- Provide evidence of contribution to the improvement of patient care.
- Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited course of study is required
- No experience is required, one year of experience is preferred
- Licensed as an Occupational Therapist by the State of Wisconsin
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