Occupational Therapist - Full Time - Genesys Hospital
Henry Ford Health
Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift
Location: Henry Ford Health Genesys, Grand Blanc, Michigan
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Evaluates and treats patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits.
Responsibilities:
Assesses patient 's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills.
Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
Documents findings of patient progress.
Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed.
Seeks consultation as necessary.
Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
Oversees the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Occupational Therapy bachelor's degree acquired from an Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) accredited program.
- Master's degree preferred
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
- Current State of Michigan licensure
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.