Job Description
Responsibilities
This opportunity is a per diem position.
Wellington Regional Medical Center is located in Wellington, Florida. It is a -bed, acute care hospital, owned by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc.
a highly respected healthcare management organization. Wellington Regional is proud to have provided high quality healthcare services to the residents of Palm Beach County since 6.
As a community hospital, accredited by The Joint Commission, Wellington Regional prides itself on its continued commitment to remain on the forefront of advanced technologies and expand programs and services to meet the needs of the growing community it serves.
We promote an environment that fosters compassion, teamwork, innovation and opportunities for professional growth. Our mission is supported by our commitment to fair and ethical treatment for all.
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Job Requirements :
Assumes responsibility and accountability for providing comprehensive evaluation and treatment of performance components affecting functioning and to provide goal-oriented treatment to facilitate maximum level of independence to clients suffering from disability, disease or injury.
The occupational therapist organizes, conducts, and elevates medically prescribed occupational therapy programs to restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury or loss of a body part;
helps patient’s reach his / her maximum performance and assume a place in society while learning to live within his / her capabilities.
Directs and supervises occupational therapist assistants and students. Recognizes the signs and symptoms of stroke and calling a stroke alert overhead.
Verbalizes stroke alert process. Consults and assessments / reassessments will be performed and documented within hours of admission or when feasible once patient is medically stable.
Maintains currency in stroke knowledge by completing the annual 4 hours online training.
If you would like to learn more about the position before applying, please contact Jennifer Barnhart, Recruiter at and by phone at () -3.
What do our current employees value at Wellington Regional Medical Center & UHS?
A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Wellington Regional Medical Center is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times.
You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of employees and leaders who routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry.
We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.
We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience.
At UHS, you have a voice.
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc.
UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune corporation, annual revenues were $.
3 billion in 3. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from a University program satisfying the AOTA Academic and intern requirements for competence, valid Florida State license, BLS certified through the AHA.