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Ernest Health

Occupational Therapist PRN

Ernest Health, Casper, Wyoming, United States, 82604


Overview

At

Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital , our hospital has been ranked in the

Top 10% nationally for rehabilitative care for 14 years

and has earned The Joint Commission's Stroke Certification and Certification in Hip Rehabilitation. At our 40-bed hospital, we provide specialized inpatient and outpatient rehabilitative services to our patients, serving Wyoming and neighboring states. We see patients who often are recovering from disabilities caused by injuries, illnesses, or chronic medical conditions.

We are seeking PRN Occupational Therapists to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, our patients are family. Healthcare is constantly evolving, and our growing organization is devoted to ensuring that each person in our care feels safe. Our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals is always focused on service excellence and providing top quality care at the bedside.

Employees are our priority. We are passionate about patient care and consider it a privilege to be able to provide services to patients and their family members. Ernest Health provides a variety of benefits to all our employees including:

PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan optionsFSA and HSA (with employer matching) options availableDental and Vision coverage401K with employer matchingLife insuranceShort-and-long term disabilityPet insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramWellness ProgramTuition and Continuing Education reimbursementEarned Time OffFull-Time and Part-Time Clinical positions are also eligible for:

Clinical Career Ladder levelsNursing Preceptor ProgramsPCT Career Path levelsCRRN or CCRN Certification PayQualifications

Required Skills:

Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist requiredBasic Life Support/CPR card requiredOne year of experience in the care of patients in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.Additional Qualifications/Skills:

Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standardsDemonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patientsDemonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.Effective organizational and time management skills.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.Ability to work closely and professionally with others.Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.Are you interested in relocating? Check out our other opportunities:

https://careers.ernesthealth.com/careers-home/

We're located in the following states:

ArizonaCaliforniaColoradoIdahoIndianaMontanaNew MexicoOhioSouth CarolinaTexasUtahWisconsinWyoming

Responsibilities

Evaluates patients and helps them improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but also compensate for permanent loss of function by teaching them to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. These patients may have conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling. May also assist patients in selecting appropriate adaptive equipment and assistive devices. Integrates the hospital's mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.