Occupational Therapist - Inpatient - Per Diem - Days - MRHS
Memorial Healthcare System

Hollywood, Florida

Posted in Health and Safety


Job Info


Location:
Hollywood, Florida

Memorial Rehabilitation Institute provides highly specialized care ranging from complex multiple trauma, stroke and brain injury to physical and speech therapy. Inpatient care is offered at Memorial Regional Hospital South, with outpatient care available in five different locations. We also have a home health team and resources for long-term care at Memorial Manor, while also offering therapy for pediatric developmental diagnosis through Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital.

Summary:

Provides occupational therapy services to patients needing to develop, recover and maintain occupational skills.

Responsibilities:

Supervises and delegates the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established licensing laws, state regulations and practice standards. Mentors peers and students.

Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the healthcare team as well as the patient/family.

Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services.

Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition including type and frequency of treatment.

Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress. Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support resources.

Competencies:

ACCOUNTABILITY, CLINICAL POLICIES AND STANDARDS, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DOCUMENTATION, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements:

Accredited Program: Occupational Therapy (Required)BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), Occupational Therapy License (OT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information:

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

  • Bending and Stooping = 80%
  • Climbing = 40%
  • Keyboard Entry = 80%
  • Kneeling = 60%
  • Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80%
  • Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
  • Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
  • Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
  • Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
  • Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
  • Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
  • Reaching = 80%
  • Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 80%
  • Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
  • Running = 40%
  • Sitting = 80%
  • Squatting = 80%
  • Standing = 80%
  • Walking = 80%
  • Audible Speech = 80%
  • Hearing Acuity = 80%
  • Smelling Acuity = 40%
  • Taste Discrimination = 0%
  • Depth Perception = 80%
  • Distinguish Color = 80%
  • Seeing - Far = 80%
  • Seeing - Near = 80%
  • Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
  • Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
  • Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
  • Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 80%
  • Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 80%
  • Asbestos = 0%
  • Cytotoxic Chemicals = 60%
  • Dust = 80%
  • Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60%
  • Hazardous Chemicals = 60%
  • Hazardous Medication = 60%
  • Latex = 80%
  • Computer Monitor = 80%
  • Domestic Animals = 60%
  • Fire Risk = 40%
  • Hazardous Noise = 0%
  • Heating Devices = 60%
  • Hypoxia = 0%
  • Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
  • Magnetic Fields = 40%
  • Moving Mechanical Parts = 80%
  • Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
  • Potential Electric Shock = 0%
  • Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
  • Radiation = 0%
  • Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
  • Unprotected Heights = 0%
  • Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%

Shift:

Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.

Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.

We are proud to offer Veteran's Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.

Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.

If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net



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