About this opportunity
Avera lists this Occupational Therapist (OT) | PRN opportunity in mitchell, South Dakota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Mitchell, SD
nPart time
nR-
nLocation:
nAvera Queen of Peace Therapy
nWorker Type:
nPRN
nWork Shift:
nAs Needed (United States of America)
nPay Range:
nThe pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.
n$34.00 - $51.25
nPosition Highlights
nYou Belong at Avera
nBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
nA Brief Overview
nResponsible for the daily coordination and delivery of occupational therapy services that focus on conditions and health diagnosis, implementing specific treatment program for individual patients and patient groups according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy and established objectives of the department.
nWhat you will do
nnnDemonstrates knowledge of age-specific factors and performs satisfactorily related to patients age infant through geriatrics as noted on unit specific guidelines and competencies.
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nnDevelops and implements individualized treatment programs for the patients needing services. Evaluates assigned patients, gathering data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observations and team members.
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nnUses selected activities and/or tasks to promote and maintain health, and to achieve treatment goals. Establishes and modifies intervention goals and strategies for patients/ treatment program based on on-going evaluations.
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nnProvides direct therapy services to patients using various functional settings and strategies.
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nnPlans therapy with in the patient’s individual physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities as indicated and coordinated with the rehabilitation, medical, and nursing care plans.
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nnPrepares documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other such reports.
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nnCommunicates effectively with patient, family, physician, and other disciplinary team members regarding the patient status, progress, and needs.
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nnEstablishes rapport and work cooperatively with interdisciplinary team members (including family/physician) throughout the patient’s intervention program.
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nnEnhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, workshops, etc. Shares new knowledge with co-workers. Evaluates and monitors clinical internship with students affiliating in various universities/colleges.
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nnParticipates in program development of the department.
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n nEssential Qualifications
nThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
nRequired Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
nnOccupational Therapist - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire
n nPreferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
nn1-3 years clinical patient care experience
n nExpectations and Standards
nnnCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
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nnPromote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
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nnUphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
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nnMaintain confidentiality.
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nnWork effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
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nnComply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.
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n nAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call or send an email to .
nAt Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.
nThe policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act. For assistance, please contact HR Now at .
nAdditional Notices:
nFor TTY, dial 711
nAvera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
Worksite address
mitchell, SD, 57301, US
Who can apply
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