Occupational Therapist (OT)

Occupational Therapist (OT)- IRF
Job Type: PRN

Your experience matters

At Community Rehabilitation Hospital South , we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As an Occupational Therapist (OT) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Occupaational Therapist (OT) who excels in this role:

• Assumes responsibility and accountability as indicated for the care of those patients being treated by Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, rehabilitation technicians and occupational therapy students. May be assigned to orient staff and students and assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that individual as qualified to do so.

• Assesses patients' needs; identifies and initiates appropriate occupational therapy interventions; works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional occupational therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.

• Observes and evaluates treatment affect, accomplishment of short and long term goals. Recommends change to physician, if needed.

• Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments, as per policy. Performs accurate and timely QI scoring. The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services.

• Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate interventions to reduce pain; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts

• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness

• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements:

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state where the hospital is located.

• Previous experience in all aspects of occupational therapy preferred, but not required.

• Effective oral and written communication skills in English with additional languages preferred

• Current CPR/BLS certfication

Department/Unit Summary

• Our team is cohesive, organized, and supportive, ensuring a collaborative and efficient work environment.

• We highly value our PRN staff, recognizing their crucial role in maintaining high-quality patient care.

• We offer comprehensive mentorship during onboarding, helping new team members integrate smoothly and confidently.

• Our tenured staff bring a wealth of experience and stability, contributing to our exceptional standards of care.

• We provide specialized stroke programming, delivering targeted and effective treatment for stroke patients.

About us
Community Rehabilitation Hospital South is a 44 bed hospital located in Greenwood , Indiana , and is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

" Community Rehabilitation Hospital South is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Community Rehabilitation Hospital South is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.