Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

• Performs occupational therapy examination in a technically competent manner that minimizes risk to the patient, self and others by selecting reliable and valid examination methods that are relevant to the chief complaint and history of the patient.
• Establishes realistic, attainable short-term and long-term goals with each patient.
• Performs therapeutic exercises effectively and appropriately.
• Implements, and revises as necessary, effective progressive treatment programs taking evaluative findings into consideration.
• Administers therapeutic modalities and programs appropriately and effectively, including hot/cold pack, ultrasound, massage, electrical stimulation, whirlpool and wound care.
• Fits assistive, prosthetic and orthotic devices and provides appropriate training.
• Performs appropriate discharge planning, instructs patients and family member(s) in home programs.
• Documents accurately, in a timely manner, including initial evaluation, progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Adheres to the Standards of Practice and institutional policy and procedures that govern the conduct of professional activities and are consistent with the American Occupational Therapy Associations’ (AOTA) positions, standards, guidelines, policies, procedures, and Code of Ethics. Integrates AOTA documents, legislation, legal, and regulatory issues into practice.
• Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment and knowledge of growth and development appropriate to the age of the patient treated (neonate, pediatric, adolescent or geriatric)..

• Attends Case Management/Interdisciplinary rounds and provides timely communication of information to other members of the multidisciplinary team
• Attends multi-disciplinary meetings. Accurately bills patient’s accounts for services rendered.
• Other duties as assigned.

Must be able to sit for up to ninety minutes at a time.  Be able to tolerate standing for thirty to forty-five minutes consecutively. Must be able to use hands/fingers to manipulate dials on machines.  Must have the ability to lift/move patients up to 300 lbs., push/pull patients weighing up to 300 lbs.  Must have the ability to frequently stoop/bend, squat, crouch, kneel and reach above shoulder level. Must be capable of tactile sensation as it relates to feeling for muscle spasms, texture and skin temperature.  Must have the ability to hear as it relates to normal conversation and ability to hear call bells.  Must be capable of seeing as it relates to general vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

Must work a minimum of 16 hours per month, including one weekend day (6-8 hours) per month and one holiday per year.

Occupational therapy license in good standing required and issued by the State of Pennsylvania. New Jersey license in good standing required for employment within state of New Jersey.  Must be registered with National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy. Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy required.  Master’s and/or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy preferred.

Current CPR certification. Successful completion of required affiliations and/or CEU’s to maintain licensure.

Revised 6/16, Updated 8/16, 6/17, 10/2018, 7/2019,6/2020

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.  Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.  Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.  It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.  Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!