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Occupational Therapist

Versailles, Kentucky

Req ID 7421-1039 Post Date Oct. 10, 2024 CategoryTherapists FacilityBluegrass Community Hospital
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About Us

Lifepoint Health’s Central Kentucky market is comprised of four acute care, community-based hospitals, with over 50 outpatient clinics that provide comprehensive healthcare in the Bluegrass region. Bluegrass Community Hospital (Versailles, KY), Bourbon Community Hospital (Paris, KY), Clark Regional Medical Center (Winchester, KY), and Georgetown Community Hospital (Georgetown, KY) are committed to our mission of making communities healthier. As an integrated network, our facilities have the ability and resources to develop opportunities for professional growth and advancement to accomplish your career goals. We take pride in personalized patient care backed by high-quality designations to support a culture of safety for both employees and patients. Get back to the heart of your community by caring for your neighbors -- join our team today!

A Career with Us Offers:

·        Newly Adjusted Competitive Pay Rates  

·        Paid Time Off (PTO)        

·        Extended Illness Benefit (EIB)     

·        Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)             

·        Choice of Insurance Plans (Health, Dental, Vision, Life)    

·        Educational Assistance  

·        Bereavement Leave

·        401(k) Match

·        Free Parking

Essential Functions
Assesses patient's ability to safely and effectively perform occupational skills. Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities. Implements the activities which will be multi-faceted and can occur at any time no limited to formal activities being provided by activities staff and reflect individual patient needs.
Documents subjective and objective 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 treatment setting. Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
Supervises and delegates the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established licensing laws, state regulations and practice standards.
Follows Infection Control and Safety guidelines
Fabricates and fits splints, braces and other adaptive devices and trains patients on use according to therapy program. Maintains appropriate inventory for adaptive equipment.
Plans/assists/implements patient activities assessments.

Job Requirements
Minimum EducationX Graduate of a Program in Discipline X Required
X Bachelor’s degree X Required
X Master's degree X Preferred
X Doctoral degree X Preferred
Required SkillsRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Ability to quickly learn how to navigate multiple complex software systems.Must be able to communicate with the ability to read, write, speak and understand English.Must be able to successfully complete Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire
Certifications:X Basic Life Support (BLS) - May obtain AHA BLS within 60 days of hire.
Licenses:State of Kentucky Occupational Therapist License
Minimum Work ExperienceOne - two years clinical experience required.Activities program must be directed by State certified, TR, OT/COTA experienced 2 years within the last 5 years

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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