SIH-OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST-PD (FLAT RATE)

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SIH-OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST-PD (FLAT RATE)

5/18/26Sparrow Ionia Hospital

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Job ID: 54286

Complimentary Medbridge Subscription & Free CEU Courses

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Positions Location: Ionia, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Develops and implements occupational therapy treatment plans for assigned patients; evaluates and modifies patient care treatments as appropriate.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Completes initial occupational therapy evaluations and develops a treatment plan of care for assigned patients.
• Performs Occupational Therapy Evaluation and treatment of patients in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. (Typically, the therapist will spend approximately 90% of their time in the outpatient setting and 10% of their time in the inpatient setting).
• Coordinates acquisition/ creation of needed adaptive devices, durable medical equipment and orthoses.
• Proficiency in various upper extremity orthotic fabrication. (Examples may be requested upon interview.)
• Provides occupational therapy treatment to restore or maintain patient's ADL skills.
• Documents patient treatments, initial evaluation, progress notes and discharge summaries in a timely manner and in accordance with Hospital policies and insurance requirements.
• Performs occupational therapy re-evaluations to assess patient progress; recommends changes to the treatment plan of care as appropriate.
• Communicates regularly with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patient families, insurance companies and others regarding patient's treatment and progress.
• Instructs and teaches patients in safe transfers, activities of daily living, correct ambulation, therapeutic exercises and correct usage of exercise equipment; trains family members and caregivers on various therapeutic procedures and home exercises.
• Continuously seeks to improve skills related to patient care through education and other learning opportunities as needed to serve a diverse patient population.
• Attends staff meetings and in-service programs as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

General Requirements • Valid State of Michigan Occupational Therapist Certification/Registration and licensure • CPR/BLS certification • CHT preferred Work Experience • Prefer OT skilled in development of orthotics/ application of splinting who has either attained their CHT or is working toward their CHT. • Proficiency in orthotic fabrication. Education • Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy Specialized Knowledge and Skills • Knowledge of occupational therapy theory and techniques • Knowledge of accrediting and regulatory standards and hospital policies related to the provision of rehabilitation services including HIPAA confidentiality and JCAHO mandates • Written and computer skills necessary to prepare required documentation • Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate, orally and in written form, with patients, families, physicians, health care professionals, and insurance companies in the exchange of information. Presents self in a warm, professional and caring manner • Skills necessary to provide guidance, training, prioritize and review the work of assigned staff • Demonstrates professional appearance • Analytical ability to develop treatment plans based on occupational therapy theory and incorporation of patient and physician goals • Mental ability to complete required documentation in a timely manner, deal with the concerns of patients and their families, and handle frequent scheduling changes • Physical ability to stand for prolonged periods of time, transfer/lift/ reposition patients, assist patients with exercises, and properly operate rehabilitation equipment/devices, and access patient homes which may not be barrier free • Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job

UMH-Sparrow therapists enjoy strong professional development support, including a complimentary Medbridge subscription that provides access to a wide range of continuing education courses. Management is committed to fostering ongoing learning, and UM Health Sparrow hosts multiple courses each year free of charge-ensuring our team has continual opportunities to grow and stay at the forefront of clinical excellence. Also, offer 1:1 treatment model and market leading wages.

UM Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health

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• Master''s

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• Sparrow Ionia Hospital

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• New Grad

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