Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)

Do you routinely engage in conversations with everyone you meet Do you treat people as well if not better than you would treat yourself Do you like a supportive team based work environment good pay and great benefits If so this may be an ideal position for you Heres the top 5 reasons why Stability Weve been around since 1984 Nationwide and growing every yearWork life balance Practical weekday schedules no nights or weekend shifts Training We believe in it and well train and support you to be successfulOpportunities to develop professionally We offer ways to expand your role transfer to other parts of the country and grow at the pace you wantWe have an open door policy Do you have something to share We value your work and we want your inputMedcor is currently looking for a part time Occupational Therapist in our employer based clinic setting in Cedar Rapids IA This position is 6 hours per week and working days are flexible The role of the Occupational Therapist shall minimally consist of interpreting referrals; evaluating each patient; identifying and documenting individual patients problems and goals; establishing and documenting a plan of care; providing appropriate treatment; determining the appropriate portions of the treatment program to be delegated to assistive personnel; appropriately supervising individuals as described in your states rules; providing timely patient reevaluation; maintaining timely and adequate patient records of all occupational therapy activity and patient responses consistent with the standards found in state rules This position will work closely with client leadership and risk management your operations manager other on site medical care providers and off site medical providers per client contract A typical day in the life of a Medcor Occupational Therapist Communicate issues and concerns immediately with the Operations Manager as neededMeet the patients goals and needs providing quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results and determining scientifically evidenced based occupational therapy treatment plans Treatment will be provided through direct access based on state of practice Occupational Therapy Law andor in consultation with physicians or by prescriptionAdminister effective occupational therapy treatments through performance of physicalfunctional evaluation; modality use soft tissue and joint mobilization adjunctive treatment ie traction TENS NMES Iontophoresis and therapeutic exercise; directing treatment given by aides technicians and assistantsDesign fabricate applyfit train in use and adjustmodify custom orthotic devices with physician prescription; dispense prefabricated non rigid supports as appropriate to physical diagnosisPerform injury prevention services including individual and work group educationconsultation ergonomic evaluation work station design and process recommendations transitional work assignment recommendationsComplete discharge planning by consulting with client leadership as necessary physicians nurses and other health care workers per contract requirementsAssure continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; recommending andor providing assistive equipment; performing follow up visits as necessaryDocument patient care services by charting in patient and department records in a timely mannerMaintain patient confidence and protects clinic operations by keeping information confidentialMaintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures rules and regulations; protect patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocolsEnsure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturers instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairsMaintain professional and technical knowledge through multiple pathways including but not limited to attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal professional networks; participating in professional societiesDevelop occupational therapy staff by providing constructive feedback; developing and conducting in service training programsComply with federal state and local legal and professional requirements; have awareness of existing and new legislation; anticipate future legislation; advise management on needed actions for complianceYou Must Be a State Licensed Registered Occupational TherapistHave a desire to set and meet challenging objectives and seek out process innovationDevelop and maintain strong relationships with the Medcor clinic staffHave a positive and outgoing personalityBe willing to go above and beyond to provide excellent customer servicePossess excellent verbal and written communication skillsHave strong computer skills with email and Microsoft Office Word Excel and PowerPoint and other technology skills navigate cell phones texting fax machines etcBe comfortable working in a work site clinic environmentHave prompt and predictable attendanceIts a Plus If You have a 3 5 years experience in work industrial rehabilitationBenefits We dont just advocate for our clients and our patients; we also advocate for ourselves Our benefits include paid time off health and dental insurance 401K with match education reimbursement and more To learn more about Medcors Culture click here Medcor Philosophy Medcor embraces a set of simple interconnected practices that everyone can tailor to their own life and work To preserve our pioneering entrepreneurial spirit we impart our values through the ongoing BetterMedcor campaign encouraging our advocates to make a conscious choice to practice our values to celebrate and recognize each other via our peer recognition program and to support one another during tough times Medcor is a tobacco free and smoke free workplace EOEMFVetDisability We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy age national origin disability status genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law indeedsponsored