Occupational Therapist (OT)

Everything we do is underscored by a why - and that why is one another.

Location :

Altru Clinic | Devils Lake1001 7th St. NEDevils Lake, ND 58301

Pay Range : $33.80 - $50.69

Summary :

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in compliance with licensure standards. The Occupational Therapist works with an interdisciplinary team contributing to patient goal development, care planning and identifying barriers to discharge. The therapist provides patient centered care and ensures to educate the patient / family on treatment procedures, assistive devices, home programs and other topics related to their health and well-being.

Essential Job Functions :

• Selects and performs evaluation and treatment methods which correlates to the age of the patient, the patient's diagnosis, symptoms and physician orders and documents per chart and review standards.
• Orients patients, family and / or other appropriate parties to the purpose and procedures of the therapy evaluation and treatment. Provides appropriate patient education, family teaching and support which relates to the needs of the patient and family.
• Coordinates treatment schedules with disciplines using appropriate scheduling procedures.
• Monitors program effectiveness and outcomes, initiating programs and development of new programs.
• Performs pain assessment and takes appropriate action according to standard operating procedure.
• Obtains and documents appropriately all required and pertinent patient information, including precautions, orders, and initial plan of care.
• Participates with inter-disciplinary team in the development and accurate documentation of a discharge plan.
• Identifies significant changes in patient's condition and takes appropriate actions, as evidenced in reporting, staffing consultations and documentation.
• Provides clinical supervision to OTA in a collaborative manner following state licensure and care delivery standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department / organization.

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Language Requirements :

This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

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Driving Requirement Definitions :

Driving Requirement for this position :

Frequent Driver

Reference ID : R4247

Making a real difference. For one another.

To take the best care of our patients and community - including friends, family, and neighbors - we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another.

At Altru, you'll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You'll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.

Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)PandoLogic. Keywords : Occupational Therapist (OT), Location : Crary, ND - 58327