Occupational Therapist - Lympedema Management
Job Summary
Evaluates and treats patients with physical, emotional, cognitive, and / or psychosocial deficits which impact their abilities to successfully perform independent living skills. Job Responsibilities
- Assesses patient 's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills.
- Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
- Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
- Documents subjective and objective findings of patient progress.
- Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed. Seeks consultation as necessary.
- Educates the patient and family / caregiver about patient deficits.
- Plans and / or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and treatment setting.
- Provides information regarding appropriate selection / use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
- Oversees the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established licensing laws, state regulations and OT practice standards.
- Supervises OT & OTA students completing clinical rotations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy required upon hire
- No experience required
- OT - Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND
- BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position
Skills and Attributes
- Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
- Works under minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Physical Demands
- Standing : Frequently
- Walking : Frequently
- Sitting : Occasionally
- Lifting 0-25 lbs : Rarely
- Lifting 25-75 lbs : Rarely
- Lifting over 75 lbs : Rarely
- Carrying 0-25 lbs : Rarely
- Carrying 25-75 lbs : Rarely
- Carrying over 75 lbs : Rarely
- Pushing / Pulling 0-25 lbs : Frequently
- Pushing / Pulling 25-75 lbs : Occasionally
- Pushing / Pulling over 75 lbs : Occasionally
- Climbing : Occasionally
- Bending / Stooping : Frequently
- Kneeling : Occasionally
- Crouching / Crawling : Occasionally
- Reaching : Frequently
- Talking : Frequently
- Hearing : Frequently
- Repetitive Foot / Leg Movements : Rarely
- Repetitive Hand / Arm Movements : Frequently
- Keyboard Data Entry : Frequently
- Running : Rarely
- Vision : Depth Perception : Frequently
- Vision : Distinguish Color : Frequently
- Vision : Seeing Far : Frequently
- Vision : Seeing Near : Frequently
Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
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