Miles City, MT
Healthcare
Occupational Therapist
Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at the XYZ office.
About Our Client:
Our client is a leading healthcare organization committed to delivering exceptional care to their patients and community. They value individuals who share their dedication and strive to exceed expectations.
If you are seeking a rewarding career in a supportive healthcare environment, this might be the perfect opportunity for you. Located in Miles City, Montana, this progressive rural medical center offers a low cost of living and endless opportunities for career growth.
Job Description:
- Conduct diagnostic evaluations and provide treatment to assigned patients, helping them reach their maximum performance levels and function effectively within their capabilities.
- Document and administer comprehensive evaluations based on departmental standards.
- Offer consultation on environmental design, adaptive equipment, and proper patient positioning to prevent contractures.
- Collaborate with local schools, nursing homes, home care agencies, and hospitals to provide necessary therapies.
- Maintain accurate patient records and reports.
- Create and implement treatment programs to improve patients' strength, range of motion, and fine-motor coordination.
- Instruct patients in adaptive techniques and the use of adaptive equipment for various self-care skills.
- Train patients in the use of prosthetic devices and provide therapy for neurological integration.
- Design and fabricate splints, slings, and adaptive equipment as specified by doctors' prescriptions.
- Administer treatment programs to traumatic brain-injured patients to improve cognitive abilities and judgment skills.
- Teach prevention therapy techniques to patients and their families, focusing on energy conservation, safety, and proper transfer techniques.
- Conduct assessments to evaluate patients' organizational skills, attention spans, cognitive abilities, and adaptive-equipment needs.
- Design home programs and provide instructions to patients and families for carrying out such programs.
- Participate in patient support groups with other team members.
- Evaluate patients and develop customized plans of care.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy required.
- Current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association required.
- Must be licensed within the State of Montana.
Why This is a Great Opportunity:
- Competitive compensation range of $34.50/hr to $42/hr, plus full benefits and relocation/sign-on bonus.
- Day shift position.
- Join a great team environment in a 25-bed critical access hospital.
- Excellent career growth and development opportunities.
- Make a positive impact on the community by providing top-notch care.
If you are a dedicated Occupational Therapist seeking a rewarding career in a supportive healthcare environment, look no further. Join us in Miles City and become part of our exceptional team. Take the next step in your career journey by applying now!