LICENSED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Position Summary
The Licensed Occupational Therapist at Crane Rehab Center, Pediatrics, provides direct care in occupational therapy to a diverse population of patients in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Crane Rehab Center, LLC standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements
Must be a graduate of an accredited Master’s Degree program in Occupational Therapy
Must be currently registered/licensed in applicable Louisiana and must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment
Two to three years experience preferred
Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment
Ideal Candidates would have experience working within a school-based environment as well as outpatient clinics
Comfortable with treatment and evaluations with children with Autism and other similar developmental diagnoses, as well as specialized training in sensory integration and feeding are strongly encouraged
Job Description
Provides therapy services within a school environment as well as in clinic
Participates in community health events as appropriate; two hours mandatory volunteer time per calendar year
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e-mail
Strong communication skills to facilitate relationships with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the outpatient pediatric population
Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient care, documentation and therapy software responsibilities, patient rights, safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, peers, and administrative staff
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and follows all HIPAA regulations
Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to standard ethical practices and completes all appropriate compliance training
Essential Functions
Must be able to establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals
Must be able to oversee and evaluate patient care
Must be able to follow occupational therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the Clinical Director and in accordance with Federal and State guidelines
Must be able to chart appropriately and timely
Must be able to utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
Must exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Must be able to assist and follow any and all emergency procedures including building evacuation
Must demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Must be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Work Environment
Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day
Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 50 pounds
Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, etc): occasionally
Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves chemicals, lead, dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements: rarely
Normal setting for this job is: office in outpatient clinic
Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close and Far vision
The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
The noise level in the work environment is usually of moderate volume
Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience.
Qualified employees are eligible for health insurance, 401K, continuing education assistance, and paid time off.
To apply for this position please e-mail cover letter and resume to sjorgenson@cranerehab.com
Crane Rehab Center, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, age, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Crane Rehab Center, LLC policy also prohibits sexual harassment. This nondiscrimination policy covers employment as well as community and vendor activities.